A tree a day : 365 of the world's most majestic trees

**Discover the life of trees through science, folklore, history and art – every day of the year.** Immerse yourself in the world of trees with __A Tree A Day__ – packed with tree facts and richly illustrated throughout with photographs and art. Nature writer Amy-Jane Beer takes us on a tour around the world’s woodlands to tell the stories of a variety of trees, from mysterious ginkos to historical oaks. Anyone who has sat in the dappled shade of a mighty oak or wandered in the blaze of a deciduous woodland in autumn cannot fail to appreciate the wonder of our trees and forests. Each of the 366 entries in this beautiful book – one for every day of the year – reveals some of the fascinating science, natural history or folklore of our great and gracious green neighbours, the history made beneath their branches, or the creativity they inspire. From the awesome Californian redwoods, titans of the tree world, to tiny but exquisite bonsai, and from the fantastically irritable sentinel willow of Harry Potter fame to the Japanese springtime tradition of hanami (blossom viewing) – this captivating collection showcases remarkable individuals and explores some of the ways trees support life on Earth as we know it. Celebrating one of the longest-living lifeforms on earth, __A Tree A Day__ is forest bathing in book form and a wonder for nature lovers and tree enthusiasts alike. "Imagine spending every day surrounded by the majesty of the world's most fascinating trees. From the strength of Alder trees to the biology behind the autumn colors of New England; from folkloric medicines in tree sap to Shakespeare's Birnam Wood; from the giant sequoias of California to Klimt's Birch trees to Australia's Eucalyptus-this book explores the botany, poetry, folklore, rich history, and natural beauty of trees. Dip in and out or spend each day of the year exploring a new natural wonder. With award-winning photography, works of art, and detailed illustrations on every page, this book illuminates the timeless splendor and power of the world's trees"-- Provided by publisher Celebrated nature writer and enthusiast Amy Jane Beer gives you a wonderful story of tree life – botanical, historical, folkloric, poetic and cultural for every day of the year, in this beautifully illustrated book.