This sumptuously illustrated book is the perfect gift for any tree-lover. It is a guide to the significance of more than 55 tree species, looking in particular at their place in world myth, magic and folklore, the healing properties of their leaves, bark, nuts or berries and (more briefly) their practical contribution to human life. A unique celebration of nature and spirit, and the fascinating connections between them, The Living Wisdom of Trees is for all who seek to know more about the lore and spiritual wisdom of trees.
226pp, 226mm x 285mm, illus. in colour, hardback, 2005
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