Marcia C. reviewed on 7/17/2025 + 701 more book reviews

This is a charming book for adults and teens about what to look for and think about as you explore forests. While it contains a lot of interesting information and suggestions, since it covers all of North America, it also discusses a lot of kinds of trees you may not be familiar with.

I live in New England, so I know oaks, beeches, birches, hemlocks, pines, maples, larches and aspens. But I don't know cypresses, redwoods or tupelos. Ditto for the bugs and animals - they're different in different regions.

If you live in or near the forests of New England, I recommend instead Tom Wessel's books, especially "Reading the Forested Landscape: A Natural History of New England." That book was a revelation to me.

Back to all reviews by this member
Back to Book Reviews
Back to Book Details