The Forest by Edward Rutherfurd
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I enjoyed this book very much. I enjoyed Sarum a little more because I thought he got you closer to the characters. The history was extended back further in Sarum, also. This book however was very interesting from the  point of view of each time that the people lived. I enjoyed hearing about  their customs and their class structure. It was fun to see how they managed  their daily lives too. It could almost be a survival manual. They hung the  meat in the chimney to keep the flies off of it. How neat. I do hope that  he has another book in the works since I can't wait...
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I loved the book.

I was a quick read. It read more like a novel than a text book or a normal book of non-fiction.

It opened a whole world I was only slightly aware of; the old growth forest in the northwest and around the world, the biodiversity of the tall canopy and the whole idea that there are parts of the world and in North America that are totally unexplored.
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London is one of my favorite of Edward Rutherfurd's novels. Now I have my own unabridged copy to listen to over and over again. A fabulous keepsake at a bargain price.
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A Tree for America, by Edd Voss

Being a former truck driver, I am familiar with the places Edd has written about.  So with saying that I want to say... I really enjoyed the story and the setting.

Take a step back and look around at the beauty around you.  Take a deep breath and don't take anything for granted.  We are just small pieces of this big wide open space we call America.  Edd Voss has told a beautiful story of what coming together really means in the Christmas season.

Ken Rainey is the trucker chosen to bring America its' Christmas tree from the Pacific Northwest to Washington D.C.  He loves life and looks to the good when at all possible and has a deep understanding of the land he makes his living on as a long haul driver.

Robert Anjer is chosen to ride along to make sure the tree makes it.  Much to his own resentment, he has no choice in the matter about having to ride along in the truck.  The holidays have no special meaning for him and he'd rather be at home in his apartment.

With this unlikely combination teaming together, Ken realizes that Robert has a lot to learn about America.  Ken sets the pace with sharing his knowledge about the trucking industry, for without them our stores would be empty and we wouldn't be able to live the way we live.

Along the way Robert begins to open his eyes to what is around him as they deal with unpredictable weather, see beautiful country in the wide open spaces, and most important, helping people in need.  A Tree for America is a story for the whole family and I recommend it to everyone.

Review by, Tory Lynn, author of "My Charming Protector"
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Beautifully written. The author made me feel like I was actually in the forest!!  Could not put this book down. Magical.
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It is a good read! I highly recommend it especially if you like the redwoods!
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Described as
"Deeply inspired by Nature, W. Russell early in life sought solitude in walks through meadows and woods, by lakes and streams.  The Book of Early Whisperings was written during those early years when he loved to spend time alone sketching his favorite scenes or in contemplation of the natural order of life.  Written in beautiful and inspiring meditative poetic prose, The Book of Early Whisperings includes seven full-page reproductions of his famous woodland sketches.  "Hours have been but moments in this glorious day in My World.  How wonderful this day.  How beautiful when one's very being is vibrant with celestial harmonies.  How untouched and untouchable am I while the aftermath of Nature's symphony still resounds within me."  Includes: The Awakening; The Song of the Stream; Autumn in My World; Ode to Eden; A Soliloquy.  103 pp.
from Svpvril.
"This is the forest primeval.  The murmuring pines and the hemlocks, bearded with moss, and in garments green, indistinct in the twilight, stand like Druids of old, with voices sad and prophetic..."  from prelude to "Evangeline" by H.W. Longfellow.

"I went to the Wood of Flowers, No one went with me. I was there alone for hours; I was happy as could be. In the Wood of Flowers
there was grass on the ground, There were leaves on the tree, and the wind had a sound of such sheer majesty --that I was as happy as happy could be, in the Wood of Flowers..." James Stephens
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I would like to thank J L Morin for sending me a copy of Nature's Confession. This book is a genre that I seldom read, but must admit to be pleasantly surprised as to how much I enjoyed reading this eco adventure and romance book. Admittedly I did find parts a little far fetched in places, but this didn't distract from such an enjoyable read. A wonderful story for the imagination and I'm sure my grandson will enjoy reading this book as much as I did before it is placed in my library case for reading again. I recommend to all.
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The Nature Fix is the adults' Last Child in the Woods (by Richard Louv). We don't get to just go outside and "play" but maybe we can justify restoring our balance or rejuvenating our senses. People who like books (as I do) that are heavily referenced and describe studies that are well designed and statistically solid may need this type of justification. But don't let the scholarly aspect of the book put you off. If you just want to read about people benefiting by immersing themselves in nature, every chapter has some new, quirky ideas. For example, my favorite chapter described how the beauty of landscapes has something to do with fractals. The bottom line for me is that Williams' writing really got me thinking about what it means to go out in nature and can I get the full benefit if I am listening to a pod-cast or Audible book.
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You will enjoy "House Held Up By Trees" by Ted Kooser and illustrated by Jon Klassen.  The story is told in the simple and beautiful style of Kooser's poetry, so adults and children will enjoy this tale of how nature can lift us up.  I don't write a lot of book reviews (I've written only one other for a book by John Yamrus), but I simply had to let readers know about his wonderful work.  I don't have grandchildren yet, but when I do, one of the first stories I will read to them will be "House Held Up By Trees."  - Terry Jude Miller
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New York is an excellent book, well researched and absorbing.  The characters are strong and engaging and following the links down through the generations is a well practiced form of Rutherfurd's writing.
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I choose the book because it seemed the best one out of all of the books that were easy to read. It is about a family that lives in the woods. The father and uncles are farmers and the mother is a stay at home mom and they have two kids. Over the year as the season change the family changes what they do over the seasons. One of the kids is telling what happen during the year.

 I liked the book because what they do is different things that other families that live in the woods like they have a dog and cats that eat the guts that the uncles and fathers have got from what they have killed. I also like how one of their uncles told stories about his wife. And the story about Crazy Alen. Written by Lezly, 7th grader
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The Second Tree is a captivating story that handles major themes like friendship, jealousy and desire.  I was on the edge of my seat for most of the book, as Martin and Andrew confide in each other and believe in the fruit will bear new life for both of them; one as an escape from work and a means to a new life and the other a way to make a fortune.  The story is bursting with vivid language and so sharp and compelling you feel you are right on the scene, in Uganda, at the farm, on the battlefield. Butziger is most interesting when he allows himself into the mind of a man re-creating the Ugandan rainforest and bringing the last remains of the fruit back to life.  In the final portions of Butzigers book Andrew emerges as a hero who must take back the power of the second tree from Martin, as their friendship comes to a pivotal shift.  This is a dynamic captured brilliantly (and gruesomely) in the book; it is dynamic omnipresent in books but is handled exceptionally unlike any other book.
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Loved the books!! Especially The Harvester! She is a great writer! I would recommend 'The Harvester' to anyone who was interested in a book that truly explains the woods, living in them, the joys that are found in them and anyone who would enjoy a good romance novel! I loved 'The Harvester'.
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Edward Rutherfurd's writing reminds me of a newer James Mitchner--except I think Rutherfurd is a better writer.  In each of his books, he takes three or four families and traces them over hundreds of year.  Princes of Ireland begins just after the Romans leave Ireland and covers up to just after the Norman invasion of England.  It (like all his books) is well researched and historically accurate.  It is an epic that will please anyone interested in historical fiction.
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Ruths First Christmas Tree is a short story free download in the Ruth Galloway series by British author, Elly Griffiths. While Ruth doesnt believe in Christmas, her daughter, Kate is now a year old and she realises she will have to do something to mark the holiday in the way of gifts and decorations. She buys a Christmas Tree, her very first, but it ends up being not quite the one she wanted, and further mishaps occur. On December 23rd, she reluctantly attends her boss, Phils party, but makes a discovery that allows her to do a good deed for a friend, to set right a wrong.

Even readers who are unfamiliar with the series will enjoy this short story, although, positioned as it is between the fourth and fifth book, it may contain some spoilers. Nonetheless, this is an excellent taster: the characters are appealing and newcomers to this series will certainly want more. An excellent Christmas tale.
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My kids and I thoroughly enjoyed this book. The Tin Forest tells a story of a man living on his own, dreaming of that place where plants and animals live in harmony and beauty. But all that was just a dream, as he had nothing else but trash and junk and objects he gathered as years passed.

One day, he finally started to create a forest that's made of these things and soon, a bird happened to visit his place. Such was the joy the old man felt, but also got disappointed and sad when the bird went away.

Little did he know that a surprise awaited him the next day.

The Tin Forest is a powerful book that kids and adults could learn from. It teaches us about not letting go of a dream, of seeing the beauty out of ugly things, of creating something extra-ordinary out of the normal and ordinary. It also teaches us how to love our environment, of taking caring of all living things, of recycling and reinventing. My two boys are inspired to build something out of their old toys and gadgets. Who knows? Maybe they'd be the next Alexander Graham Bells of the future?