I like how the author tells about other books that use the trees and forests. It makes one want to pick up the other books to read more about those adventures. I like that he talks about three important things that are still made out of wood today. Even though these items are now also made with other types of materials; it’s nice to know wood is still being used.
The chapter on the tree was interesting because I don’t think many people think of what a tree is. Although I do not agree when the author says trees don’t have a purpose. They convert carbon dioxide into oxygen for us to breathe along with providing shade,food and shelter for animals to name a few things. Interesting that the bark of most trees are edible along with some leaves.
I like how he goes into depth about bows; he doesn’t just say this bow was found here and that’s it. How it’s been used through the ages all over the world. The yew information was interesting. This book delves into what happens to trees when they die; the animals, fungi and other plants and animals that take over.

A mix of science and history, this book is an interesting look at how wood shaped human civilization. Accessibly written with flashes of humor, this book may change how you think about the relationship between humans and their environment.

Thanks, NetGalley for the ARC I received. This is my honest and voluntary review.