Diana Beresford-Kroeger, botanica e biochimica, sintetizza etnobotanica, orticoltura, spiritualità e medicina alternativa per illuminare un percorso verso una migliore gestione del mondo naturale. Come scrittrice precisa e poetica, immersa nelle tradizioni narrative gaeliche della sua infanzia, il suo lavoro esplora le profonde connessioni tra l'umanità e l'ambiente. La sua voce letteraria distintiva, influenzata dal folklore celtico, rivela una profonda comprensione del regno vegetale e mira a ispirare i lettori verso un'esistenza più consapevole e sostenibile in armonia con la natura.
The book presents a compelling exploration of forests through the lens of Diana Beresford-Kroeger's extensive expertise in botany, biochemistry, and biology. It emphasizes the critical role forests play in combating climate change and urges readers to engage with the science behind them. The author inspires action by encouraging individuals to contribute to the planting and protection of forests, highlighting their importance for our survival and the planet's future.
Meine Lebensreise von uralter keltischer Weisheit zu einer heilenden Anschauung des Waldes
Nach dem frühen Tod ihrer Eltern wird Diana Beresford-Kroeger von einer Familie aufgenommen, die alte keltische Traditionen pflegt. Sie wird in einer Philosophie unterrichtet, die die Bedeutung von Wäldern betont. Das Buch beschreibt Dianas Weg zur Wissenschaftlerin und ihre Erkenntnisse über Bäume und deren Rolle im globalen Ökosystem.
Diana Beresford-Kroeger's startling insights into the hidden life of trees have sparked a quiet revolution. In this captivating account, she shows us how forests can not only heal us, but can also save the planet.
Canadian botanist and biochemist Diana Beresford-Kroeger offers groundbreaking insights into the hidden life of trees, reshaping our understanding of forests and their vital role in healing both humanity and the planet. Orphaned as a child, Diana was taken in by the O'Donoghue elders in County Cork, who immersed her in ancient Celtic traditions. This grounding in the philosophy of mind, body, and soul, along with teachings on healing and the laws of trees, shaped her unique perspective on nature's interconnectedness. Her scholarly background led to significant scientific discoveries, including the concept of mother trees as central to forest ecosystems, and the revelation that trees communicate through a chemical language in a quantum realm. She emphasizes that trees release aerosols that heal living beings and possess natural antibiotics, while also playing a crucial role in regulating the atmosphere and stabilizing the climate. This narrative not only chronicles her journey as a scientist but also underscores the urgent need to recognize the importance of trees as a solution to climate change. By understanding the intricate connections between all living creatures and global forests, we can address the self-destructive behaviors leading to environmental crises like fires, droughts, and floods.