Some rereading, some browsing, some reading and discussion question making AND my daily tree. …Dogwood.

BOOK: Immerse yourself in the beauty and power of nature with a different tree for every day of the year.

Spend every day of the year with one of the world’s most fascinating trees. In A Tree a Day seasoned nature writer and journalist Amy-Jane Beer shares 365 majestic and memorable trees from around the world. 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—A Tree a Day explores the botany, poetry, folklore, rich history, and natural beauty of trees. Dip in and out or spend each day exploring a new natural wonder. With award-winning photography, works of art, and detailed illustrations on every page, A Tree a Dayilluminates the timeless splendor and power of the world’s trees.

GORGEOUS ILLUSTRATIONS: Each tree is illustrated with a unique work of art—from classical painting to breathtaking photographs.

MEDITATIVE START TO EACH DAY: A Tree a Day is a beautiful reminder to pause each day and appreciate the natural world—no matter where you are. Each of the 365 entries offers a seasonal quote, fact, or story about trees to inspire gratitude and wonder.

EVERGREEN: Nature lovers will return to this book day after day, year after year—it makes for the perfect bite-sized, bedside reading.

AUTHOR EXPERTISE: In addition to being a nature writer for The Guardian, Amy Jane-Beer has written more than 30 books about science and natural history.

Perfect for: ME! I do adore trees. They are so very cool. My favorite is when the pines are covered in snow in the winter and then the changing leaves in the fall, spring when it is first green is always a feeling of HOPE. I don’t much like it when they all look like sticks!