The Wild Trees by Richard Preston
If you like trees, you'll love The Wild Trees, I did. Non-fiction isn't everyone's cup of tea, but Preston does it right. His books read more like fiction, with scientific information here and there.
This book follows the story of Steve Sillett and Marie Antoine, two daring tree climbers. But these aren't just any trees, these are the biggest living things in the world. Some redwood trees exceed 350ft in height. This book is fast-pace and interesting, perfect if you're into science or plants. Recommended to everyone 13+, 4/5 stars.
If trees aren't your thing, but you still want to try some nonfiction, I highly recommend Preston's book The Hot Zone, reviewed below.
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Preston definitely uses superlative terminology, although most forest facts are correct, which he gleaned from various professionals.
The Wild Trees Redwoods Photos
My only disappointment about the book was lack of photos.
That link I listed, enables thumbnail enlargements, and two albums - minimum - with panoramas of several trees mentioned in the book.
Iluvatar, Lost Monarch and more.
I linked to a bunch of other photo sources. So readers can visualize a lot of what they are reading now.
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