Peter Wohlleben
Author
Publisher
David Suzuki Institute / Greystone Books
Pub. Date
2016.
Lexile measure
1110L
Physical Desc
xv, 272 pages : illustrations ; 21 cm
Language
English
Description
"A forester's fascinating stories, supported by the latest scientific research, reveal the extraordinary world of forests and illustrate how trees communicate and care for each other" --
2) The inner life of animals: love, grief, and compassion : surprising observations of a hidden world
Author
Publisher
Greystone Books
Pub. Date
2017.
Lexile measure
1100L
Physical Desc
x, 277 pages ; 20 cm
Language
English
Description
"Through vivid stories of devoted pigs, two-timing magpies, and scheming roosters, The Inner Life of Animals weaves Peter Wohlleben's wealth of personal experience observing nature in forests and fields with the latest scientific research into how animals interact with the world. Horses feel shame, deer grieve, and goats discipline their kids. Ravens call their friends by name, rats regret bad choices, and butterflies choose the very best places for...
Author
Publisher
Dutton
Pub. Date
2018.
Physical Desc
xi, 195 pages ; 20 cm
Language
English
Description
"At what temperature do bees stay home? Why do southerly winds in winter often bring storms? How can you plant a garden that tells the time, or know how many tumbles a hailstone has made through a cloud? These are among the many questions that international-bestselling author Peter Wohlleben poses in his newly translated book. Full of the very latest discoveries, combined with ancient, now forgotten lore, The Weather Detective helps you read nature's...
Author
Publisher
David Suzuki Institute
Pub. Date
2023.
Physical Desc
271 pages ; 23 cm
Language
English
Description
"From the international bestselling author of The Hidden Life of Trees. An illuminating manifesto on ancient forests: how they adapt to climate change by passing their wisdom through generations, and why our future lies in protecting them. In his beloved book The Hidden Life of Trees, Peter Wohlleben revealed astonishing discoveries about the social networks of trees and how they communicate. Now, in The Power of Trees, he turns to their future, with...
Author
Publisher
Greystone Books
Pub. Date
[2021]
Lexile measure
1110L
Physical Desc
258 pages ; 23 cm
Language
English
Description
"In an era of cell phone addiction and ever-expanding cities, many of us fear we've lost our connection to nature--but Peter Wohlleben is convinced that age-old ties linking humans to the forest remain alive and intact. Whether we observe it or not, our blood pressure stabilizes near trees, the color green calms us, and the forest sharpens our senses. Drawing on new scientific discoveries, The Heartbeat of Trees reveals the profound interactions humans...
Author
Publisher
Greystone Books
Pub. Date
2022.
Physical Desc
230 pages : illustrations, map ; 22 cm
Language
English
Description
"When you walk in the woods, do you use all five senses to explore your surroundings? For most of us, the answer is no--but when we do engage all our senses, a walk in the woods can go from pleasant to immersive and restorative. Forest Walking teaches you how to get the most out of your next adventure by becoming a forest detective, decoding nature's signs and awakening to the ancient past and thrilling present of the ecosystem around you. What can...
Author
Publisher
David Suzuki Institute, Greystone Books
Pub. Date
2019.
Lexile measure
1140L
Physical Desc
260 pages ; 20 cm
Language
English
Description
"In The Secret Wisdom of Nature, master storyteller and international sensation Peter Wohlleben takes readers on a thought-provoking exploration of the vast natural systems that make life on Earth possible. In this tour of an almost unfathomable world, Wohlleben describes the fascinating interplay between animals and plants and answers such questions as: How do they influence each other? Do lifeforms communicate across species boundaries? And what...
Author
Publisher
Greystone Kids
Pub. Date
2019.
Edition
Young reader's edition.
Lexile measure
900L
Physical Desc
78 pages : color illustrations ; 29 cm
Language
English
Description
A global advocate for forests and our relationship with trees shares the mysteries and magic of the forest in language kids can understand. Includes quizzes and hands-on activities.
"With his groundbreaking, internationally bestselling book The Hidden Life of Trees, Peter Wohlleben established himself as a global advocate for forests and our relationship with trees. Now, Peter shares his famous imagination and storytelling style with children, asking...
Author
Publisher
Greystone Kids, Greystone Books
Pub. Date
[2020]
Lexile measure
530L
Physical Desc
1 volume (unpaged) : color illustrations ; 29 cm
Language
English
Description
Piet the squirrel learns facts about trees from the tree children in the forest such as how they grow, the way they communicate, and the struggles they endure in the forest.
Author
Publisher
Greystone Kids / Greystone Books
Pub. Date
2023.
Physical Desc
79 pages : color illustrations ; 29 cm
Language
English
Description
"You might think cities are the last place to find nature. But nature is actually right outside your door--you just need to know where to look. From the roofs of apartments to parking lots, cities are bursting with plants and animals. In this fascinating and interactive guide, kids will learn about how birds build their nests on bridges, where salamanders and toads hide, and how plants push through sidewalk cracks. Alongside these awe-inspiring facts,...
Author
Publisher
Greystone Books
Pub. Date
2023.
Physical Desc
215 pages : illustrations ; 23 cm
Language
English
Description
"Peter and Miriam moved from the city to a remote forest lodge in the early nineties. Amidst juggling careers and raising a young family, they learned how to plant and rotate crops, harvest and preserve nature's bounty, and tend to the unique needs of their animals and environment. Along the way, they made mistakes and abandoned some projects (sheep raising was not their thing) but maintained a sense of joy in their shared goal. Brimming with insights,...
Publisher
[MPI Media Group]
Pub. Date
[2021]
Edition
Widescreen.
Physical Desc
1 videodisc (85 min.) : sound, color ; 4 3/4 in.
Language
Deutsch
Description
Branching off of his bestselling book, renowned forester and writer Peter Wohlleben guides us through his most precious ideas and understanding of how trees work in this enlightening documentary. Presenting ecological, biological, and academic expertise with matter-of-fact candor, Peter inspires us to see the forest for the trees. Traveling through Germany, Poland, Sweden, and Vancouver, Peter discusses, debates, and explains the amazing processes...