The second book by the bestselling author of Extraordinary Insects

Do trees clean the air and water? Do hives and bees pollinate our crops? Did the kingfisher inspire the design of high-speed trains? In Tapestries of Life, bestselling author Anne Sverdrup-Thygeson explains how closely we are connected to the natural world, highlighting our ongoing relationship with the complex system of nature and our everyday lives.

At the heart of the natural world lies a unique life-supporting system, a collective term that describes all the goods and services we receive – food, drinking water, medicine, pollination, pollution control, carbon sequestration, erosion prevention, recreation, spiritual health, and so much more. In this absolutely captivating book, Anne Sverdrup-Thygeson sets out to explore these wonderful, supportive elements – taking the reader on a journey through the astonishing features of the natural world.

Pages: 368, Dimensions: 12.9x12.9cm