Book : Tree Story The History Of The World Written In Rings.

-Titulo Original : Tree Story The History Of The World Written In Rings

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Johns Hopkins University Press

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Review Trouet writes that the purpose of this book is to excite people about science, and she succeeds by creating an engaging, credible work sprinkled with anecdotes . . . With this brief, accessible look at the wisdom of tree rings, Trouet draws readers into a narrative that clearly displays her joy for her work and offers some fun with word play. Library JournalAn accomplished and globally recognized dendroclimatologist, Trouet is knowledgeable across diverse fields of science and is a talented writer and engaging storyteller. Drawing from a diversity of tree-ring research and interdisciplinary collaborations, Trouet chronicles fascinating examples of how dendrochronology helps to answer questions about past environments and human history. ScienceIf you enjoy great science reads, add this one to your list. Now. Natures Cool Green ScienceTree Story is a sublime example of what booksellers have lately started calling smart non-fiction: sophisticated academic books for a broad audience (often published by American university presses) that are just a few notches above the yuck- or wow-factor of more generic popular science. The excellent clarity and pacing that Trouet brings to this fascinating topic meant I that tore through Tree Story in a day. If I added ratings to my reviews, this book would be a ten out of ten. Already, this is a very strong contender for my book of the year Inquisitive BiologistA persuasive, entertaining explanation of how the codes contained in tree rings reveal the wide-ranging effects of climate change. Shelf AwarenessTree Story gives readers a lively, sometimes visceral feel for Trouets work. Science NewsTree Story is everything I had hoped it would be: intelligent, accessible, witty, and captivating a global adventure spanning millennia and embracing a bevy of unexpected topics, all resulting from the study of tree rings. Washington Independent Review of BooksIn her delightful Tree Story, dendrochronologist Valerie Trouet obliterates the laymans notion that tree rings provide little more information than a trees age. What trees can teach seems limited only by sciences ability to extract the information. Foreword ReviewsPart memoir, part field diary, part lucid and engaging science communication, Tree Story moves from the finest micron-level of individual tree rings to the deep geological time of the planet and the world-wrapping forces of its climate. Trouets account of her career, far from what we might imagine to be the dull work of counting tree rings, reads like an exciting adventure story, complete with far-flung locales, the ridiculous macho pretensions of male coworkers, and the ever present thrum of the ancient magic that seems to emanate from the trees themselves. Lady ScienceThe chapters spill over with information and would be overwhelming were it not for the books organization, the images and digital illustrations, and the authors ability to share her scholarly adventures with such evident enjoyment. Seattle Book ReviewEnjoyable and accessible. Drawing on a rich array of examples from around the world, the lively book is full of thought-provoking discussion of our relationships with trees and the climate. Current World ArchaeologyTree Story is a work of science, of graphs and statistics. But Trouet recounts too the personal thrill of discovery, the camaraderie and competitiveness of academic science, and the arduous nature of her research. The SpectatorTree Story offers a passionate yet clear-eyed introduction into the field of dendrochronology. Cincinnati Public Radio NewsTree Story is well-written, often with great phrasing and much humour, and gives a welcome insight into the people and personalities behind the science . . . [Its] another example of great science communication, often dealing with quite technical matters, but in an accessible way for both the non-specialist scientist and the intelligent lay person. But its not just about great st