作者在书中十七个章节中分别介绍了17种常见的树木，包括樱树、油橄榄、柏树、 橡树、白蜡、杨树、冬青、桦树、榆树、柳树、松树和苹果树等等。从民间传说、 自然科学、文学、文化历史、欧洲艺术、宗教、古代神话和现代医学、日常用途等 方面揭示了这些树在西方文明中的历史流变、文化意义和重要影响。配合着优美的 文字和精美的插图，书中充满了关于树木的有趣发现、独到见解和深刻哲思，也会 引发读者去思考人与树木的关系、人与环境的关系以及人与自然的关系。
A lyrical tribute to the diversity of trees, their physical beauty, their special characteristics and uses, and their ever-evolving meanings
Since the beginnings of history trees have served humankind in countless useful ways, but our relationship with trees has many dimensions beyond mere practicality. Trees are so entwined with human experience that diverse species have inspired their own stories, myths, songs, poems, paintings, and spiritual meanings. Some have achieved status as religious, cultural, or national symbols.
In this beautifully illustrated volume Fiona Stafford offers intimate, detailed explorations of seventeen common trees, from ash and apple to pine, oak, cypress, and willow. The author also pays homage to particular trees, such as the fabled Ankerwyke Yew, under which Henry VIII courted Anne Boleyn, and the spectacular cherry trees of Washington, D.C. Stafford discusses practical uses of wood past and present, tree diseases and environmental threats, and trees’ potential contributions toward slowing global climate change. Brimming with unusual topics and intriguing facts, this book celebrates trees and their long, long lives as our inspiring and beloved natural companions.
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