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Brought to you by Penguin. The Treeline is a spellbinding blend of nature, travel and science writing, deeply researched and beautifully written, underpinned by an urgent environmental message. The Arctic Treeline - the northern limit of the boreal forest that encircles the globe in an almost...

Bogs form from an overabundance of death, organic matter breaking down to form layer upon layer of peat. That peat gives rise to lifeforms that challenge our understanding of biology itself: amphibian-eating plants and acid-flinging mosses, plant clones that span thousands of square miles and...

Cacti are some of the most remarkable plants on Earth—masters of survival, architects of adaptation, and quiet heroes of some of the harshest environments imaginable. Yet for many people, the word “cactus” evokes only a single image: a tall, green, spiky shape standing alone in a blazing desert. Secrets of the Cactus reveals just how incomplete that picture truly is. Behind every spine, rib, and bloom lies a story of resilience, evolution, beauty, and surprising complexity.

“You'll root for these creatures and their survival. A marvelous narration.”—Booklist “Paleontologist Riley Black’s vivid writing and Wren Mack’s wonderstruck narration make these vignettes of prehistoric life on Earth fascinating listening.”—AudioFile Winner, A Friend of Darwin...

When most people hear the word “fungi,” they think of mushrooms — the whimsical toadstools that pop up after rain, the champignons in our kitchens, or the button mushrooms scattered on a pizza. But mushrooms are only the tip of the iceberg. The true world of fungi is vast, hidden, and endlessly fascinating. These organisms represent one of life’s great kingdoms, existing alongside plants and animals yet fundamentally different from both.

Almost all environmental books treat the environmental crisis as though humans are in charge of nature, rather than part of it. The Earth and I is the first book to put all preconceived notions aside and to ask, naïvely: Who are we really? What is our relationship to the earth? How is it possible that we, out of all the millions of species, have come to destroy our common home? The answers are surprising and have far-reaching implications for those searching for solutions.

Brought to you by Penguin. We all come from different cultures and practice different spiritual traditions, but we have one thing in common: we are all of the earth. Vanessa Chakour, founder of the rewilding programme Sacred Warrior, takes us on a journey to deepen our relationship with...

Transform garden design and master the fascinating botany behind Earth's most successful, climate-resilient plants. Perfect for a mindful morning commute or a relaxing walk through the park, this immersive audio experience instantly changes how you view the natural world. Look past the everyday...

Dive into evolutionary biology to discover how fragile petals conquered a fierce, prehistoric Earth against all odds. Perfect for a wondrous commute or a contemplative nature walk, this epic journey transports listeners back to a silent, fern-dominated landscape. Experience the high-stakes...

Snow gums are the most beautiful trees on Earth. But they're vanishing quickly. In this stunning new book, bestselling author Anthony Sharwood and climate activist Anna Langford help us view Australia's unique high country with fresh eyes, show us what's being lost, what can be saved - and how...

A healing resource that blends practical plant-based knowledge with spiritual reconnection to show how respect for and communion with our natural world guides us toward healing. Combining Vanessa's story of her own healing journey with practical plant-based knowledge, Awakening Artemis is rooted...

In the tradition of Elizabeth Kolbert and Barry Lopez, a powerful, poetic and deeply absorbing account of the “lung” at the top of the world. For the last fifty years, the trees of the boreal forest have been moving north. The Treeline takes us along this critical frontier of our warming...

Do we understand what trees really are and how they contribute to sustaining and creating new life on Earth? Why are trees the largest biological interface with the power of wind? What astronomical rhythms have been demonstrated to activate their growth? How do trees influence the quality of the Earth’s water? By bringing to the foreground what has been completely overlooked, a new vision of the essential role of trees is revealed. In addition, a novel understanding of the relationships and trajectory of nature and the Earth is made possible.

Baobab Tree’s Gift is the channelled teachings of one of Earth’s great mothers. The wise 1,000-year-old Baobab brings you truth, connection, and a unique way of guiding life’s journey. She’ll remind you of the importance of holding space, a hum, your connection to others, gifts, and the importance of support. She’ll guide you through the challenges of feeling invisible, misunderstood, lonely, and full of sadness.

Rainbow Gum's Gift is the channeled teachings of one of Earth's great sisters. The wise 80-year-old rainbow gum brings you freedom from all past pains and hurts, self-love, and a unique way of guiding life's journey.

Oak Tree's Gift is the channeled teachings of one of Earth's great-grandmothers. The wise 100-year-old Oak brings you truth, boundaries, and a unique way of guiding life's journey.

Banyan Tree’s Gift offers the channeled teachings of one of Earth’s great mothers. The wise 1,000-year-old banyan brings you comfort, support, and a unique way of guiding life’s journey. She’ll remind you of your dreams, childlike wonder, unique beauty, gifts, and the importance of surprise.