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The Hidden Life of Trees
Book • 2015
Peter Wohlleben's "The Hidden Life of Trees" explores the complex social lives of trees, revealing their communication methods, symbiotic relationships, and intricate ecosystems.
Wohlleben challenges traditional forestry practices and advocates for a more holistic approach to forest management.
The book uses scientific research to illustrate the surprising intelligence and interconnectedness of trees, highlighting their ability to cooperate and support each other.
It emphasizes the importance of preserving old-growth forests and understanding the vital role trees play in maintaining a healthy planet.
The book's accessible style and captivating storytelling have made it a bestseller worldwide.
Wohlleben challenges traditional forestry practices and advocates for a more holistic approach to forest management.
The book uses scientific research to illustrate the surprising intelligence and interconnectedness of trees, highlighting their ability to cooperate and support each other.
It emphasizes the importance of preserving old-growth forests and understanding the vital role trees play in maintaining a healthy planet.
The book's accessible style and captivating storytelling have made it a bestseller worldwide.
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in the context of interconnectivity in old-growth forests.

Alexander Beiner

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Nora Bateson: How to pack your bags without a destination
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as a fascinating book about the interconnectedness of trees.


Krista Williams

Ep. 162 - Human Design + Deconditioning To Find Yourself with Jenna Zoe
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to illustrate the interconnectedness of living beings, drawing a parallel to the support system one builds through visibility.

Ayanda

67: neutralizing the fear of judgment
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as a beautifully illustrated book about trees and their interconnectedness.

Andy J. Pizza

486 - How to Transform Your Frustrations into Fertilizer in 2025
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as an audiobook she listens to often.

Hannah Gadsby

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when discussing the economic system of the forest and how it relates to the future.


Guru Singh

Guru Singh On Our Addiction To 'Normal'
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as a source describing the social nature of trees and their communication.

Joshua Hochschild

Do Trees Have Souls? | Prof. Joshua Hochschild
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as an international bestseller that explores the social lives of trees, including claims about their enjoyment of fungi and maternal instincts.


Ferris Jabr

The Sunday Read: ‘The Social Life of Forests’
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when discussing how giraffes are aware of the tannin defense mechanism in acacia trees.

Caroline Roper

84: Tree Talk & Trading Card Art
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as her favorite book of the last year, highlighting research on forest ecosystems.

Evgenia Emets

Evgenia Emets on developing Eternal Forest
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as an analogy for teamwork, highlighting the hidden support systems within a forest.


Dave Stachowiak

585: How Top Leaders Influence Great Teamwork, with Scott Keller
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as a book her father recommended about the ecosystem of trees.


Anu Passi-Rauste

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in relation to the communication between trees.

Matthew Thiessen

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