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Gathering Moss: A Natural and Cultural History of Mosses by Robin Wall Kimmerer
informative
reflective
relaxing
slow-paced
4.0
4/5
A collection of reflective essays by the same author as Braiding Sweetgrass. Each chapter has a theme linking the world of mosses to the macro world and humankind.
- Published earlier than Braiding Sweetgrass, Gathering Moss is short but very effective. It has the same tranquil feel to it as the author guides you through each story and moss. It is a slow book and one you amble through rather than run.
- The author's enthusiasm and passion for mosses is infectious. She describes each one like a friend or family member and details their quirks and behaviours well. She then links into themes such as nurturing children, environmental change, historical plant uses and abuses to the land. Despite being over twenty years old, this book remains very relevant and a good introspective resource.
- The pictures of the moss featured in the chapters are beautiful and really enhance the writing. There's also a bibliography and recommendations at the back of the book for those interested in learning more.
A calm but thoughtful little book. Good for those who like to think whilst reading, enjoy the scenery and connect with the natural world.
A collection of reflective essays by the same author as Braiding Sweetgrass. Each chapter has a theme linking the world of mosses to the macro world and humankind.
- Published earlier than Braiding Sweetgrass, Gathering Moss is short but very effective. It has the same tranquil feel to it as the author guides you through each story and moss. It is a slow book and one you amble through rather than run.
- The author's enthusiasm and passion for mosses is infectious. She describes each one like a friend or family member and details their quirks and behaviours well. She then links into themes such as nurturing children, environmental change, historical plant uses and abuses to the land. Despite being over twenty years old, this book remains very relevant and a good introspective resource.
- The pictures of the moss featured in the chapters are beautiful and really enhance the writing. There's also a bibliography and recommendations at the back of the book for those interested in learning more.
A calm but thoughtful little book. Good for those who like to think whilst reading, enjoy the scenery and connect with the natural world.