The Nature of Oaks by Douglas W. Tallamy audiobook

The Nature of Oaks: The Rich Ecology of Our Most Essential Native Trees

By Douglas W. Tallamy
Read by Adam Barr

Timber Press 9781643260440

Unabridged

Format : Retail CD (In Stock)
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Runtime: 4.28 Hours
Category: Nonfiction/Nature
Audience: Adult
Language: English

Summary

Summary

Discover the complex and fascinating inner world of the mighty oak tree with this engaging nature book!

The Nature of Oaks reveals what is going on in oak trees month by month, highlighting the seasonal cycles of life, death, and renewal. From woodpeckers who collect and store hundreds of acorns for sustenance to the beauty of jewel caterpillars,  Doug Tallamy illuminates and celebrates the wonders that occur right in our own backyards. He also shares practical advice about how to plant and care for an oak, along with information about the best oak species for your area. 

The Nature of Oaks will inspire you to treasure these trees and to act to nurture and protect them.

“With our hearts and minds focused on the stewardship of the only planet we have, the best way to engage in a hopeful future is to plant oaks! Let this book be your inspiration and guide.” —The American Gardener

Editorial Reviews

Editorial Reviews

There’s a payoff for the environment, yes, but also for each of us, in the bonds of personal connection. Tallamy feels it, down to the last acorn.” —The New York Times “The sturdy, steadfast oak is the perfect tree for troubled times.” —Washington Post “An affectionate yet scientifically rich look at an essential ingredient of the environment… A welcome addition to any tree hugger’s library.” —Kirkus “An excellent companion to Nature’s Best Hope Booklist “Douglas W. Tallamy has spread a message of people-powered biodiversity, to say that if humans have crowded out nature across the world, they can also invite it back in at close range.” —Landscape Architecture MagazineThe Nature of Oaks reads like a biography, chronicling the life of these symbols of strength and their relationships over the seasons with numerous characters of nature… It’s also practical, offering advice on selecting the best oak species for your area, and planting and caring for America’s National Tree.” —The Oregonian “Doug Tallamy’s personal detail and his conversational writing style keep the book relatable and readable while it delves into scientific matters.

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Author Bio: Douglas W. Tallamy

Author Bio: Douglas W. Tallamy

Douglas W. Tallamy is the author of several books, including the New York Times bestseller Nature’s Best Hope. His book Bringing Nature Home won a silver medal from the Garden Writer’s Association. He is professor and chair of the department of entomology and wildlife ecology at the University of Delaware in Newark, Delaware, where he has taught insect taxonomy, behavioral ecology, and other subjects. Chief among his research goals is to better understand the many ways insects interact with plants and how such interactions determine the diversity of animal communities.

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Available Formats : Retail CD, MP3 CD
Category: Nonfiction/Nature
Runtime: 4.28
Audience: Adult
Language: English