Around The World In 80 Trees

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Join Jonathan Drori on a captivating journey exploring 80 remarkable trees from around the world. This bestseller reveals the fascinating roles trees play in our lives, blending science, history, and quirky stories.

A global adventure uncovering the hidden stories and significance of trees in human culture and nature.

In Around the World in 80 Trees, Jonathan Drori retraces the footsteps of Phileas Fogg, sharing the tales of trees that have shaped cultures, environments, and economies across the globe. From Britain's native trees to India's revered banyan, each tree offers a unique glimpse into nature’s impact on humanity.

Discover how trees provide more than just beauty and shelter-they supply essential materials like aspirin and maple syrup, and inspire countless traditions. Highlights include the fragrant lime trees lining Berlin's Unter den Linden boulevard, beloved by both bees and romantics, and the eucalyptus wood that once paved the grand streets of nineteenth-century London.

Explore the towering redwoods of California, where the secret to their incredible height lies in the tiniest water droplets. Along the way, you'll encounter unusual characters such as self-mummifying monks, nimble tree-climbing goats, and slightly radioactive nuts.

Beautifully illustrated by Lucille Clerc, this book combines rich scientific insight with captivating historical anecdotes and delightful oddities. Perfect for fans of Peter Wohlleben’s The Hidden Life of Trees, it’s an inspiring guide for anyone eager to discover the wonders of trees, whether traveling far or simply visiting a local botanical garden.

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