Annie Davidson

How to Be More Tree

Essential Life Lessons for Perennial Happiness

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Imprint: LOM ART

Publication date: 14/11/2019

ISBN: 9781912785131

Subject: Non-Fiction

Category: Culture

Binding: Hardback

Size: 185 x 135 mm

Extent: 128 pages

Illustration: full colour illustrations throughout

Territorial Rights: World (All Languages)

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Summary:

This beautifully illustrated book brings together sixty essential life lessons inspired by the infinite wisdom of trees.

Trees do not have brains to think with, or nervous systems that cause them to feel things, and yet they are undeniably clever. From their ability to adapt, to their understanding of the strength of networks and mutually beneficial relationships, they put us to shame with their natural ability to thrive, even when they find themselves in less than ideal environments.

How to Be More Tree brings together sixty universal life lessons taken from the infinite wisdom of trees. We learn about the importance of asking for help when you need it from elms, who call in an army of parasitic wasps when they're being attacked by caterpillars; from acacias, who look out for each other by producing a gas when they're being nibbled on by herbivores to warn their nearby friends; and the Chinese pistache shows us the power in pacing yourself.

From the importance of patience, to drawing strength from others, to weathering the storm, to dealing with life’s most persistent irritants – this is a celebration of the heroes of the forest, and an essential companion for dipping into when we need a little inspiration.

Reviews:

With engaging illustrations and thoughtful advice, this small book offers 59 life lessons inspired by the qualities of junipers, oaks, and other species. It might help someone in your life, ahem, see the forest for the trees.

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Sales points:

  • Throughout history, via myths and legends, trees have been regarded as sacred and powerful, thought to embody spirits and gods. But the science at the heart of their evolution is much more startling – and inspiring! This book is a celebration of their adaptability and strength, and how we can all learn to navigate life a little better by incorporating a bit of tree wisdom

  • These are sixty of the most important lessons we can learn from trees, from choosing happiness, to letting go of the past, to putting down strong roots, to resisting the urge to overstretch ourselves, to dancing in the rain

  • Forest bathing (shirin-yoku) and trees in general feature heavily in the current wellbeing market – this is the perfect gift for tree lovers and those in search of a happier life

  • Annie Davidson creates whimsical and quirky illustrations inspired by nature, and her clients include Lonely Planet, Converse and Stylist magazine

  • Comp titles: Life Lessons I Learned from my Cat (14k copies sold, plus rights in 8 territories) The Little Book of Sloth Philosophy (HarperCollins 2018: 13k in HB)

About the Author:

Annie Davidson

Annie Davidson is a Melbourne-based illustrator whose drawings have appeared on textiles, picture books, shop windows and stationery around the world, with clients including Lonely Planet and Converse, among others. She is inspired by Japanese woodblock prints, botanical art and nature — especially forests, tropical landscapes, coral reefs and cactus gardens. You can see more of her whimsical illustrations on her Instagram page @anniesarahdesign or on her website — www.anniedavidson.bigcartel.com.

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