The Forest Unseen: A Year’s Watch in Nature
The Forest Unseen: A Year’s Watch in Nature
Nonfiction | Book | Adult | Published in 2012
Book Brief
BetaThe Forest Unseen: A Year’s Watch in Nature
Nonfiction | Book | Adult | Published in 2012288
Book • Nonfiction
Tennessee • 2010s
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Science & Nature2012
Adult
18+ years
Super Short Summary
In The Forest Unseen: A Year’s Watch in Nature, David George Haskell presents a detailed observation of a square meter of old-growth forest. Over a year, Haskell explores various ecological interactions and natural phenomena, illustrating the forest's complexity and beauty. This work emphasizes the interconnectedness of nature and the importance of close, mindful observation.
Contemplative
Informative
Serene
Inspirational
Reviews & Readership
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David George Haskell's The Forest Unseen: A Year’s Watch in Nature is praised for its poetic writing and insightful observations of nature, offering readers a meditative journey through a year in the forest. However, some may find its pace slow. Overall, Haskell's blend of science and spirituality captivates nature enthusiasts and those seeking reflective reading alike.
Who Should Read The Forest Unseen: A Year’s Watch in Nature?
Readers who enjoy The Forest Unseen: A Year’s Watch in Nature by David George Haskell are typically nature enthusiasts, armchair scientists, and fans of contemplative narratives akin to Annie Dillard's Pilgrim at Tinker Creek or Aldo Leopold's A Sand County Almanac. They appreciate detailed ecological observations and philosophical reflections.
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Book • Nonfiction
Tennessee • 2010s
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Science & Nature2012
Adult
18+ years
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