The Hidden Life of Trees: A Graphic Adaptation: (Of the International Bestseller)
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A STUNNING NEW GRAPHIC NOVEL, BRILLIANTLY ADAPTED FROM THE NEW YORK TIMES, WASHINGTON POST, AND WALL STREET JOURNAL BESTSELLER
A Top Ten Graphic Novel of 2024—American Library Association
From “veritable tree whisperer” (WSJ) and internationally celebrated author Peter Wohlleben comes the long-awaited graphic novel adaptation of one of the most beloved books of our time. “Wohlleben has listened to trees and decoded their language. Now he speaks for them.” (NYRB)
Filled with breathtaking illustrations and scientific facts about the forest and the flora and fauna who call it home—this eye-opening book will delight readers young and old.
Are trees social beings? For forester Peter Wohlleben, the answer has always been yes, the forest is a social network. Trees live like human families: tree parents live together with their children, support them as they grow, share nutrients with those who are sick and struggling, and even warn each other of impending dangers.
This vibrantly illustrated graphic novel follows Peter as its loveable main character, revealing the secret network of the forest and sharing struggles and triumphs from his career protecting trees. Told in Peter’s warm, conversational voice, not unlike that of a beloved grandfather chatting fireside, this visually stunning book offers scientific insights and pearls of wisdom gained from Peter’s decades of observing forests, including how trees impact weather and climate, how they communicate with each other, and how they interact with fungal networks deep within the ground. It also offers poignant memories from Peter’s personal life.
Featuring 240 pages of full-color illustrations and text covering the entirety of The Hidden Life of Trees, this adaptation honors the spirit of the original book by seeking to change the way the world looks at trees, and will inspire generations of readers to celebrate the natural world and protect our last remaining forests before it’s too late.
Book Details
- ISBN
- 1778401651
- Binding
- Hardcover
- Authors
- Peter Wohlleben, Fred Bernard
- Publisher
- Greystone Books
- Published Date
- October 29, 2024
- Language
- English
- Pages
- 240
- Physical Info
- 0.9 in H x 11.6 in L x 8.7 in W (2.75 lb)
A wonderful and informative book. A Graphic Adaption book. I have never seen a book or read one quite so beautiful
It feels silly to say, but I get emotional when I read this book. It’s just so beautiful and enlightening about nature.You can read it front to back or just open a random page. It’s evident a lot of time was taken to create the perfect illustrations for the text.A treat to buy for yourself or as a gift for others.
My six year old loves this book! We read it together every night before bed & now see forests in a completely different way
Immersive, inspirational and easy to follow! My two sons enjoy it immensely as a bedtime reading.
Book (Graphic version) was very good! Great for adults or youth!
Very interesting and great graphics.
amazing
So good!Great binding as well.
Beautifully written and illustrated, with a wealth of information, for children and adults alike. Highly recommend.
I love Peter Wohlleben. Read his book several years ago. This graphic novel tells his story in a beautiful way.
I bought this as a gift. I can’t wait to read it when I go visit.
This is a stark warning to us all to learn the lessons being taught by Peter Wohlleben if we want to live in a world remotely similar to the one our ancestors experienced and unwittingly began it's destruction. Although the original book was a big success I think this graphic adaptation will drive the message Peter Wohlleben feels so passionatly about further into our psyche. The wonderful illustrations and scientific knowledge in abundance make Peter Wohlleben's thoughts, fears and hopes come alive in a way that is quite frightening and difficult to ignore. I would like to see every school and college have this in their library. It needs to be essential reading if the next generation are to be equipped with the knowledge necessary to prevent further destruction of the world's forests. I feel this is one of the most important books I have read. It sits quite nicely alongside the 'Island of Missing Trees' and 'Rivers in the Sky's by Elif Shafak
Beautiful book and lovely illustrations
The Hidden Life of Trees is a personal journey by the author as he traces his adventures and learning in the forest as he grows from childhood to crusading educator. His passion comes through very plainly as does the depth and with of his forestry knowledge. The drawings are colorful and add clarity to the story. He can get preachy at times, but as he should. The stakes are too high. I enjoyed this book and learned from it.
