Richly illustrated throughout, Birch presents a fascinating overview of their cultural and ecological significance, from botany to literature and art, as Anna Lewington looks both at the history of birches and what the future may hold in store for them.
Celebration of the oldest living plants in the world; tree species that live for more than a thousand years, including grand Oaks of Europe, the Redwoods of California and majestic Eastern Ginkgos.
Ann draws many insights into the nature of prayer from her love of birdwatching, and images from the natural world and from scripture permeate her writing. Wit, warmth and economy of expression characterise her style.