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White Pine

The Natural and Human History of a Foundational American Tree

by John Pastor
Jonathan Yen
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America was built on white pine. From the 1600s through the Civil War and beyond, it was used to build the nation's ships and houses, barns, and bridges. Yet this popularity came at a cost: by the end of the nineteenth century, clear cutting had decimated much of America's white pine forests. In White Pine, ecologist and writer John Pastor takes listeners on walk through history, connecting the white pine forests that remain today to a legacy of destruction and renewal.
Since the clear-cutting era, naturalists, foresters, and scientists have taken up the quest to restore the great white pine forests. White Pine follows this centuries-long endeavor, illuminating how the efforts shaped Americans' understanding of key scientific ideas, from forest succession to the importance of fire. Pastor shows us why restoring the vitality of these forests has not been simple: a host of other creatures depend on white pine and white pine depends on them. In weaving together cultural and natural history, White Pine celebrates the way humans are connected to the forest—and to the larger natural world.
Today, white pine forests have begun to recover, but face the growing threat of climate change. White Pine shows us that hope for healthy forests lies in understanding the lessons of history, so that iconic species survives.

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    January 5, 2023

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      • ISBN: 9798765071472
      • File size: 185701 KB
      • Duration: 06:26:52

  • Languages

    • English

  • Reviews

    • AudioFile Magazine
      Jonathan Yen's relaxed, well-modulated narration invites listeners to learn about the white pine tree's rich and complex history in the Northeast and Northern regions of the U.S. Yen's unhurried performance gives space for reflection as the author expounds upon humans' impact on the white pine and its ecosystem, as well as our role in its preservation. Yen's grounded vocals pair well with the author's clear-eyed scholarship on interrelated ecological, cultural, and commercial factors. This concise production discusses topics that range from the displacement of Native American tribes from their ancestral lands, commercial logging enterprises, and white settlement practices to the evolution of our understanding of forest ecology. It's a fascinating audiobook that may inspire repeated listens. J.R.T. © AudioFile 2023, Portland, Maine

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