The Global Forest: Forty Ways Trees Can Save Us

The Global Forest: Forty Ways Trees Can Save Us

A pioneering scientist writes of the benefits of forest bathing and the fascinating ecological and pharmaceutical properties of trees â€“ the inspiration for the documentary Call of the Forest: The Forgotten Wisdom of Trees

Renowned scientist Diana Beresford-Kroeger presents an unforgettable and highly original work of natural history with The Global Forest. She explores the fascinating and largely untapped ecological and pharmaceutical properties of trees: leaves that can comb the air of particulate pollution, fatty acids in the nuts of hickory and walnut trees that promote brain development, the compound in the water ash that helps prevent cancer, aerosols in pine trees that calm nerves. In precise, imaginative, and poetic prose, she describes the complexity and beauty of forests, as well as the environmental dangers they face. The author's indisputable passion for her subject matter will inspire readers to look at trees, and at their own connection to the natural world, with newfound awe.
Country USA
Brand Random House Books for Young Readers
Manufacturer Penguin Books
Binding Paperback
ItemPartNumber 9780143120162
Color Black
ReleaseDate 2011-11-29
UnitCount 1
EANs 9780143120162

Country	USA
Brand	Random House Books for Young Readers
Manufacturer	Penguin Books
Binding	Paperback
ItemPartNumber	9780143120162
Color	Black
ReleaseDate	2011-11-29
UnitCount	1
EANs	9780143120162

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