The Nature of Oaks

The Rich Ecology of Our Most Essential Native Trees

De: Douglas W. Tallamy

Narrado por: Adam Barr

Duración: 4 h y 16 m

Resumen del Editor

“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

With Bringing Nature Home, Doug Tallamy changed the conversation about gardening in America. His second book, the New York Times bestseller Nature’s Best Hope, urged homeowners to take conservation into their own hands. Now, he turns his advocacy to one of the most important species of the plant kingdom—the mighty oak tree.

Oaks sustain a complex and fascinating web of wildlife. 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, 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.

©2021 Douglas W. Tallamy (P)2022 Timber Press

Reseñas de la Crítica

“An affectionate yet scientifically rich look at an essential ingredient of the environment… A welcome addition to any tree hugger’s library.” —Kirkus

“The 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

“Packed with fascinating stories of ecological connections and wonders, this beautiful book is a hymn to the keystones of the forest, the oaks. A timely and much needed call to plant, protect, and delight in these diverse, life-giving giants.” —David George Haskell, author of Pulitzer finalist, The Forest Unseen, and Burroughs Medalist, The Songs of Trees; Professor, University of the South

A must have

Love the book. It’s a must for anyone who appreciates or wants to learn how to appreciate oak trees and all that they bring.

Wealth of information

If you want to be a good land steward or perhaps just see more birds in your yard then this is a must listen

Excellent

Great book, enjoyed the month chapter set up as it is how a naturalist will enjoy them. The planting tips at end will save time by avoiding errors.

The organization of the book regarding oak phenology and the authors cadence

Great narration by author. The book is amazing way to learn about oaks and ecological services that they provide.

Wonderful read if you enjoy conservation books

I thoroughly enjoyed this book. It was informative and made me reconsider my landscape plans! Definitely recommend it!

Fascinating and informative.

i had no idea how important the oak tree is to the natural worried. I will enjoy this book again on repeat.

Excellent, albeit admittedly a bug geek's delight.

very important information for our ecological future, and a possible cure to the homeowner attitude that all oaks are good for is making a mess of fallen leaves. My only reason for knocking off one star from "perfect" is a purely subjective one. This book seems as much about i sects as about oaks, not surprising given Tallamy's etymology credentials. I very much recommend to anyone not familiar with Douglas Tallamy to do a simple you tube search, then consider one of his excellent works: "Bringing Nature Home" and/or "Nature's Best Hope: A New Approach to Conservation That Starts In You Yard."

An important book

Yet another great book from Doug Tallamy. He lays out the oak life cycle in a fascinating and engaging manner. This book will change how you look at the mighty oaks and hopefully change your path forward for the good of all species

A must read for earthlings

So much critical information for saving our ecosystem one neighborhood at a time. I'll reread.

Informative and interesting nature book

I really loved this book. You definitely get a sense of how the author feels about nature. This will make you think twice about nature yourself. It almost makes me want to plant a bunch of trees in the yard.