I am sorry for the inconvenience but I don’t have the time to read this anymore and have lost interest in the concept. I believe that it would benefit your book more if I did not skim your book and write a rushed review. Again, I am sorry for the inconvenience.

Venturing into the sampler of Susan Tyler Hitchcock's "Into the Forest: The Secret Language of Trees" felt like discovering a hidden oasis where trees hold timeless tales and leaves guard ancient secrets. As a devoted photography enthusiast, this sneak peek into National Geographic's upcoming masterpiece left me captivated, eagerly anticipating the full immersion into nature's wonders.

While this teaser provides only a taste, it's enough to convey the enchantment awaiting within the complete book. National Geographic, in its signature style, has curated a visual feast, showcasing legendary photography that underscores the profound impact trees have on our planet. From the regal Tane Mahura in New Zealand, the ancient Maori "lord of the forest," to the sprawling Pando, Earth's largest living organism—a single aspen spreading over 100 acres—the images speak volumes about the silent guardianship of trees.

Accompanied by beautifully illustrated essays, these visuals offer glimpses into the intricate relationships trees share with Earth and its inhabitants. Each story unveils a new facet, from an astronaut's lunar tree seeds to the therapeutic benefits of "microdosing" on tree gas. The revelation that playing in the dirt boosts serotonin, the happiness hormone, is a delightful reminder of the interconnectedness of nature and our well-being.

As a photography lover, I found myself captivated by the images that breathed life into the narrative. The marriage of cutting-edge science with National Geographic's timeless artistry elevates this book beyond a mere exploration—it's a celebration of the symbiotic dance between trees and our planet. The sampler left me yearning for more, eager to dive deeper into the untold stories that trees hold within their branches.

In sum, "Into the Forest" promises to be a beautiful and enlightening gift for nature and science enthusiasts, offering not just information but an immersive journey into the heart of Earth's green guardians. I eagerly anticipate the full book, trusting National Geographic to unveil a tapestry of wonders that will leave an indelible mark on every nature lover's heart.

4 Stars
My review is based on a short teaser I received from the publisher via Netgalley. The excerpt promises a beautiful book with exactly the kind of photography and writing for which National Geographic is known. This will be a great purchase or gift for anyone interested in nature -- and as someone who grew up exploring the woods near my home, and still considers the forest to be her happy place, I look forward to having this book on my shelf to enjoy for years to come.

I am grateful to National Geographic and NetGalley for offering this small sneak peek at Into the Forest.

I was provided with an ARC of this book through NetGalley and thank them for the opportunity to view this book in advance of publication. This is a beautiful and important book which truly needs to be viewed via hard copy. The kindle digital version barely did justice to the message.

Into the Forest is a book by Susan Tyler Hitchcock.

I only received a small sample of this book, but I will say there are some absolutely stunning pictures of trees, which I truly enjoyed.

But, this book is definitely not just about the pictures. It is filled with information about the science behind trees, the history trees have played as a part of culture over the centuries, and more.

If you would like an in-depth look at trees, and what makes them tick, this might be the book for you.

I would like to thank National Geographic for providing me with a free digital sample of this book in exchange for my review. Thank you.

This is a beautiful book filled with exactly the sort of breathtakingly gorgeous photographs one might expect from National Geographic. The text was also interesting, incorporating easy to understand scientific explanations, history, mythology, poetry, and more. This would be a fun coffee table book to browse, and a lovely gift for nature lovers. I could see planning vacations around visiting some of the trees mentioned here.

It's a good quality hardcover book with fonts that are easy to read. I didn't notice the dimensions of the book when I ordered it, so I was initially surprised at how small it is (a little less than 9" by 9"). Once I adjusted, I found that I like this size; it's easier to hold than a larger book.

Thanks to National Geographic for providing me with an unproofed ARC sample through NetGalley. I volunteered to provide an honest review. I enjoyed the sample so much that I purchased the book.

This book was so BEAUTIFUL, oh my gosh!! I loved this book, it was worth reading. There was so much great, educational information that was so fun to read and the illustrations were perfect. I learned SO MUCH and would definitely buy this book for me AND others. 5 out of 5 stars.

Beautiful book, lovely photography and nice stories to go with it.
Unfortunately there's not a lot more I can say about it, but I would've loved to have had a hand held copy of this book rather an E-book, it's just so much majestic and magical, would've liked to see more

Many thanks to Netgalley and publishers for the FREE ARC in return for my review.

This seems to be a book with beautiful photographs, I would love to see an actual hardback copy of this book.
My digital download was very hard to read and the photos were cut off oddly.

This looks like it will be a beautiful book. I got a chance to preview a sample chapter, which included some beautiful images of trees, tree rings, and more. The text that accompanies the photo describes some anecdotes about trees. The tree ring account talks about how trees build the rings, etc. There is one about Pando, the largest living organism, composed of thousands of trees. I loved the photos in the book. The text descriptions were great too. I learned a lot in just the sample chapter I got for review purposes. I look forward to seeing the final book in print!

received a sample of Into the Forest: The Secret Language of Trees by Susan Tyler Hitchcock, which is currently scheduled for release on April 5 2022. This review is based on the sample rather than the complete book.

For millennia, trees have offered renewal and inspiration. They have provided for humanity on every level, from spiritual sanctuary to the raw material for our homes, books, and food. In this beautiful and revealing book, National Geographic combines photography with science to illuminate how trees influence the life of planet Earth; from our personal lives to the weather cycle. Illustrated essays tell the stories of the world’s most remarkable trees; from Tane Mahura in New Zealand, the ancient Maori "lord of the forest," to Pando, a single aspen spreading over 100 acres: Earth’s largest living thing. You’ll also discover how an astronaut carried tree seeds to the moon and back; the reason "microdosing" on tree gas is a sure way to boost your immune system; and why playing in the dirt boosts serotonin, happiness hormone.

Into the Forest: The Secret Language of Trees grabbed my attention first because of the photography. I found the chosen photographs to be stunning in their own right. When combined with the information about the trees themselves, and how amazing they are in the grand scheme of things the images took on even more beauty and importance. I really enjoyed the sample I received of this book, and I anticipate enjoying the final product as well, both visually and intellectually. I look forward to getting my hands on a print copy, and would recommend it for library collections and those that are interested in the subject matter and photography.

A beautiful book, but the advanced readers copy unfortunately only has nine pages. So I loved what I could read, beautiful photography and nice stories. Wish I could see the rest!

Reading the excerpt that was there, the book will bring the reason why the forest makes us feel the way it does, it will also help us understand the secrets that has been uncovered as people researched trees. Although this was only a sample of the book, it was like being in the forest, with its magical powers, the quietness that comes over you, and just breathing in the smell of the forest.
I received an ARC of the sample through National Geographic, and I think the book is going to come to life when you read it, make you sense things, feel things, and begin to realize the secrets of the trees in the forest.

This is an gorgeous book and very well written. This book uncovers the hidden science of trees. From how they influence the weather to how they influence us in our personal lives. This is definitely a book to pick up and enjoy if you are curious about trees or just want to know more about them.

Susan Tyler's Hitchcock's INTO THE FOREST is quiet splendor, both beautiful and moving as well as profoundly educational and illuminating. The pages I was privileged to see were splendid photographs and lyrical prose that have moved me to look at the trees around me in a whole different light, more respectful and protective of their magnificent grace. I expect this would be one of this rarest of luscious coffee table books, ones that you display proudly and actually read to profound effect. I received an early copy of this book and my review is my own, unbiased opinion.

As this is a sample, I didn’t get a chance to read through the full book, but the photos in the few pages I saw were just gorgeous

The parts of this book that I saw was just breathtaking. The photographs depict the enormity, majestic and whimsical nature of the beautiful trees. I learned a little about the rings on a tree. Although I wish the sample included more pages, the parts I did see where phenomenal. Thanks to the publisher for allowing me to review an ARC sample of part of the book on NetGalley.

This was just a 9-page sample of the book, but I already like what I'm seeing! I love trees and learning about them, so I feel like this is a great informational book. It could also be a really nice coffee table book that I would definitely pick up time and time again.

Into the Forest
by Susan Tyler Hitchcock
Pub Date: April 5, 2022
National Geographic
NOTE: This is a sample for review purposes, not the full book.
Thanks to the author, publisher, and NetGalley for the sample pages of this book.
I liked the pictures and it will make a beautiful coffee table book.

4 stars

Into the Forest: The Secret Language of Trees is a photo book that will appeal to nature lovers and would make a great coffee table book.