The Story of Trees
And How They Changed the World
by Kevin Hobbs; David West
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Pub Date 18 Feb 2020 | Archive Date 9 Apr 2020
Laurence King Publishing Ltd | Laurence King Publishing
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Description
The Story of Trees takes the reader on a visual journey from some of the earliest known tree species on our planet to the latest fruit cultivars.
The chosen trees have all had a profound effect on the planet and humankind. Starting with the Ginkgo biloba, fossils of which date back 270 million years, we learn about how trees came to be integral to the development of our species and how specific trees have become important religious, political and cultural symbols.
With beautiful illustrations by Thibaud Herem and fascinating botanical facts and figures, this book will appeal to tree lovers from all over the world.
Advance Praise
‘Wonderful stories and in-depth information you will normally never find in books about trees.’
Piet Oudolf, Landscape Designer and creator of the planting design for New York’s High Line
“Entwining fascinating facts about 100 trees with inspiring stories of their importance to ancient civilizations, trade, religious and pagan beliefs, wellbeing and medicinal uses over the ages, this delightful and well-researched book provokes curiosity on every page.’
Dr Alexandra Wagstaffe, Eden Project Learning
Available Editions
| EDITION | Other Format |
| ISBN | 9781786275226 |
| PRICE | US$29.99 (USD) |
Featured Reviews
Michelle M, Educator
An intimate portrait of trees, accessibly written. The format of giving individual double page spreads to each type of tree means you can dip in and out, but the sequence they are presented in builds a brilliant cohesive narrative too.
Gonza B, Reviewer
An "alternative" story of trees, told through their discovery and use over time. Beautiful drawings and good stories to remember the differences, for those like me who have never known how to distinguish one tree from another.
Una storia "alternativa" degli alberi, raccontata attraverso la loro scoperta ed il loro utilizzo nel tempo. Bei disegni e ottimi storie per ricordarsi le differenze, per chi come me non ha mai saputo distinguere un albero dall'altro.
THANKS NETGALLEY FOR THE ARC!
Steve W, Reviewer
Trees are getting a lot of attention at the moment, as people start to see them as a potential ally in facing the climate emergency. It is an essential lesson for our species to understand that we are not separate from nature, we are not to laud it over our natural environment, but we are sustained by a mysterious life support system that we must care for and respect.
The Story of Trees is a beautifully illustrated guide to different species of tree across the world and the ways that they have supported and helped us over the course of human history. With a double page spread on each species it creates an excellent reference work that can be read through or dipped into and returned to time and again.
The illustrations are attractive and detailed and supported by cutaways where appropriate of fruits and seeds. The accompanying words detail some basic facts alongside the human history of each tree, the way they have helped to shape and sustain human life through their wide variety of gifts. It has been brilliantly researched and contains a wealth of knowledge that can only enhance our relationship with the world around us.
It is an education and a joy to spend time amongst the wonder of trees from all around the world and hopefully an inspiration to walk out and meet those that thrive locally, acknowledging them as far more than a pretty view or shelter from unexpected rain. The Story of Trees will see you regularly returning to your bookshelf, not just a reference guide but a retreat to refresh your spirits. A lovely book.
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