
Folklore of Trees
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Did you know that yews are often planted near graveyards to keep the devil out?
Discover the fascinating folklore behind the forest's most steadfast guardians.
Whether it's the Major Oak, a 1,000-year-old tree where Robin Hood is thought to have sheltered, or the 2,800-year-old baobabs in Madagascar, trees are tourist destinations, world heritage sites and much-beloved landmarks. They play a vital role in our imaginations and are inextricably woven into the story of humankind. It's unsurprising, then, that an astonishingly rich body of myth, legend and superstition has grown up around them. This beautifully illustrated guide introduces us to thirty-six iconic trees from across the world and explores the stories that have been told about them. With a foreword from acclaimed naturalist, BBC television presenter and conservationist Chris Packham, The Folklore of Trees is the perfect companion for every lover of the natural - and mythological - world.
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Extraordinarily creative and prolific, Chris Packham has led a remarkable life. He's gained recognition as a naturalist, television presenter, writer, photographer, conservationist, campaigner and filmmaker. He is best known for his environmental and animal welfare activism. His TV credits include 'Springwatch' and 'Earth' for the BBC, and 'Is It Time to Break the Law?' for Channel 4. Alongside his ambassadorial roles for numerous NGOs, he runs independent campaigns aimed at nature recovery and ending animal cruelty. Chris is also a vocal advocate for neurodiversity, with a special focus on autism. His mantras are 'winning is not giving up' and 'shout above the noise'.
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Introduction
Baobab
Black alder
Silver birch
Frankincense
Cedar of Lebanon
Kapok
Coconut
Hazel
Common hawthorn
Mediterranean cypress
Dragon blood tree
Eucalyptus
Banyan fig and strangler fig
Edible fig
Ash
Holly
Walnut
Bay laurel
Apple
Mango
White mulberry
Olive
Date palm
Norway spruce
Pine
Poplar
Japanese cherry
Pomegranate
English oak
Willow
Elder
Coast redwood
Rowan
Yew
Cacao
Jujube
Acknowledgements
About the author and illustrator
Index
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