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In Finding the Mother Tree, Suzanne Simard details her life’s work as a forest scientist, exploring interconnected mycorrhizal networks among tree species and their cooperative behaviors, all while navigating challenges such as gender bias in forestry and a battle with cancer. Simard delves into themes of generosity, feminism in science, and the deep connection between forests and human society. Sensitive topics include an aggressive form of breast cancer and experiences of gender and cultural bias.