Errata: Last week, we inadvertently misidentified the author of A Forest Journey. John Perlin is the correct author of this book. We encourage you to take a trip with John through the history of forests!
A Forest Journey: The Role of Trees in the Fate of Civilization By John Perlin
At first glance, you might think this is “just” a book about trees. But it is so much more! John Perlin shares the history of human civilization as it relates to forests. From commerce to conquest, every chapter of our history has been played out in relation to forests. I first encountered John during our GBH talk and was fascinated to discover that our complex relationship with nature can be traced as far back as the epic tale Gilgamesh from 2100 BC. This reprint of Perlin’s 1989 book by Patagonia is full of stunning full-color pictures and was recently updated to include climate change and the biotic pump.
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Posted: February 28, 2026