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Steep yourself in tree lore with this entertaining collection of little-known true stories from Canadian history told through a tree-focussed lens.
Rooted in Trees offers readers a fresh perspective on fostering relationships with trees. These sixteen easy-to-read deeply researched stories illuminate significant social events from Canada's past, all with trees at their core. The stories originate from across Canada and range from the 1500s until today. Each story develops in its own emotional tone, and most conclude with an update on the current situations of the featured trees.
After exploring and reflecting on significant moments in Canadian history, readers find themselves feeling “a little bit more Canadian.” This sense of connection is especially meaningful today as Canadian sovereignty is increasingly threatened. Rooted in Trees not only fosters an appreciation for nature but also strengthens national identity.
Rooted in Trees offers readers a fresh perspective on fostering relationships with trees. These sixteen easy-to-read deeply researched stories illuminate significant social events from Canada's past, all with trees at their core. The stories originate from across Canada and range from the 1500s until today. Each story develops in its own emotional tone, and most conclude with an update on the current situations of the featured trees.
After exploring and reflecting on significant moments in Canadian history, readers find themselves feeling “a little bit more Canadian.” This sense of connection is especially meaningful today as Canadian sovereignty is increasingly threatened. Rooted in Trees not only fosters an appreciation for nature but also strengthens national identity.
Price: $21.99
Pages: 230
Publisher: Dundurn Press
Imprint: Dundurn Press
Publication Date:
15 June 2027
Trim Size: 7.00 X 5.00 in
ISBN: 9781459758407
Format: Paperback
BISACs:
HISTORY / Canada / General, History of the Americas, NATURE / Plants / Trees, NATURE / Essays, Trees, wildflowers and plants: general interest
Brenlee Robinson has a Master of Arts in Teaching and a Master of Forest Conservation. She is a patriotic Canadian who has twice lived in the USA for five years, then came running back to Canada wanting to help Canadians appreciate their own history. She lives in Toronto.