1 / 7A Forest Language: Words That Illuminate the Astonishing World of Trees
Words That Illuminate Astonishing World: A Forest Language is an illustrated essay collection by Hannah Fries exploring the language of trees and forests. It looks at ecological terms through both their literal meanings and the images or human ideas their wording evokes, blending science with metaphor.
At a glance
- Illustrated essays connect tree and forest terminology with ecology, etymology, and metaphor.
- Topics include terms such as crown shyness and heartwood.
- Written by Hannah Fries, described as bringing a poet’s sensibility to ecological language.
Reference price: $29.00
Price checked: Nov 13, 2026
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Pros and cons
Pros
- Offers a language-focused approach to trees that connects scientific terminology with cultural and figurative meaning.
- Illustrations accompany the essay collection.
Technical specifications
8 specifications| Publisher | Storey Publishing, LLC |
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| Publication date | Sept. 29 2026 |
| Language | English |
| Print length | 176 pages |
| ISBN-10 | 1635869811 |
| ISBN-13 | 978-1635869811 |
| Weight listed | 340 g |
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| Dimensions | 13.72 x 1.9 x 18.67 cm |
Who is it for?
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The supplied rating information is uniformly positive, but it comes from a small sample and includes no written feedback. It offers limited guidance about which parts readers valued, so buyers should judge fit by the book’s stated combination of illustrated essays, ecological terms, and metaphor.
Frequently asked questions
What is A Forest Language about?
It explores words related to trees and forests, considering their ecological meanings as well as their etymologies and human associations.
Does the book focus only on scientific facts?
The description presents it as a blend of science, metaphor, and reflection on how people relate to nature.
How long is the book?
The listing gives a print length of 176 pages.
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