42 pages 1 hour read

Suzanne Simard

Finding the Mother Tree: Discovering the Wisdom of the Forest

Nonfiction | Autobiography / Memoir | Adult | Published in 2021

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Before You Read

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In Finding the Mother Tree, Suzanne Simard details her life’s work as a forest scientist, exploring interconnected mycorrhizal networks among tree species and their cooperative behaviors, all while navigating challenges such as gender bias in forestry and a battle with cancer. Simard delves into themes of generosity, feminism in science, and the deep connection between forests and human society. Sensitive topics include an aggressive form of breast cancer and experiences of gender and cultural bias.

Reviews & Readership

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Suzanne Simard's Finding the Mother Tree captivates with its blend of memoir and scientific exploration, revealing the complex communication networks of trees. While praised for its passionate advocacy and engaging narrative, some critics find it occasionally repetitive and dense with scientific detail. Overall, it's a thought-provoking read for nature enthusiasts and science lovers alike.

Who should read this

Who Should Read Finding the Mother Tree?

Readers who relish Finding the Mother Tree by Suzanne Simard are nature enthusiasts, ecology students, and fans of Peter Wohlleben’s The Hidden Life of Trees. They appreciate narratives blending scientific discovery with personal memoir. Ideal for those intrigued by forest ecosystems, interspecies communication, and environmental stewardship.

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Reading Age

18+years

Book Details

Themes

Natural World: Environment

Natural World: Flora/plants

Identity: Gender

Topics

Science / Nature

Genre

Biography