Evergreen: The Trees That Shaped America by Trent Preszler Beekeeping and other writings that reveal

and other writings that reveal the personal courage and passionate commitment of its author

it's a celebration of nature's miracles

He visits a man in the English countryside who collects slide rules and hears the tragic tale of their demise

If a hungry little mouse shows up on your doorstep

really possible ways of solving our one great problem: how to live on the Earth without destroying it

Evergreen: The Trees That Shaped America by Trent Preszler Beekeeping and other writings that revealA sweeping natural history of the humble trees that built nations, sparked wars, and became the world's most cherished holiday tradition. Every December, millions of people around the globe adorn their homes, offices, and town squares with lavishly decorated Christmas trees to celebrate the holiday season. Yet few pause to wonder: Where did this tradition come from? And in an age of climate upheaval and artificial replicas, will these beloved trees