Embracing the Beauty of Nature: 16 Books to Inspire Your Connection with the Earth
As we celebrate Earth Day, we’re reminded of the importance of connecting with nature. Research has shown that spending time in nature can reduce stress, boost our mood, and even have a restorative effect on our nervous system. To inspire your journey towards a deeper appreciation of the natural world, we’ve curated a list of 16 books that will transport you to a world of greenery, gardens, and forests.
Creating Your Own Wild Interior
If you’re a plant parent looking for inspiration, Wild Creations: Inspiring Projects to Create plus Plant Care Tips & Styling Ideas for Your Own Wild Interior by Hilton Carter is a must-have. This stunning book takes you through 25 DIY projects and plant hacks, along with expert plant care tips. From making a wall-mounted planter to creating a propagation station, this book will have you designing your own wild interior in no time.
Exploring the Wonders of Botany
Around the World in 80 Plants by Jonathan Drori and illustrated by Lucille Clerc is a treasure trove of botanical facts and colorful illustrations. Did you know that bamboo is actually a type of grass, or that banana trees are technically giant herbs? This book is a visual feast that will have you losing yourself in its pages.
Embracing Free-Spirited Living
Katie Daisy’s How to Be a Wildflower: A Field Guide is a lifestyle guide to wandering, gathering, savoring, and pondering the beauty of nature. With whimsical illustrations and inspirational quotes, this book is the perfect gift for anyone looking to tap into their free-spirited side.
Discovering the Magic of Dahlias
Floret Farm’s Discovering Dahlias: A Guide to Growing and Arranging Magnificent Blooms by Erin Benzakein, Julie Chai, and Jill Jorgensen is a stunning visual guide to growing and arranging dahlias. With over 350 varieties featured, this book is a must-have for any flower enthusiast.
Unlocking the Power of Nature
Wild Remedies: How to Forage Healing Foods and Craft Your Own Herbal Medicine by Rosalee de la ForĂȘt and Emily Han is a comprehensive guide to foraging and crafting your own herbal medicine. With 75 recipes and detailed instructions, this book is perfect for anyone looking to deepen their appreciation of the natural world.
Tapping into the Magic of Plants
Plant Witchery: Discover the Sacred Language, Wisdom, and Magic of 200 Plants by Juliet Diaz takes plants to a whole new level. This magnificent book provides detailed pages on the properties of 200 herbs, flowers, trees, and fruits, helping you tap into the human-Earth connection.
The Beauty of Trees
The Oak Papers by James Canton is a lyrical and contemplative exploration of the relationship between humans and trees. This book is a genuinely moving work of art that will have you wanting to go forest bathing ASAP.
Getting Kids Outdoors
Wild + Free Nature: 25 Outdoor Adventures for Kids to Explore, Discover, and Awaken Their Curiosity by Ainsley Arment is a fun guide to getting kids outdoors and exploring nature. With ideas for keeping a nature journal, going on wildflower adventures, and making a mud kitchen, this book is perfect for parents, grandparents, and teachers.
The Art of Bonsai
The Ultimate Bonsai Handbook: The Complete Guide for Beginners by Yukio Hirose is a comprehensive guide to the ancient art of bonsai. With over 70 types of bonsai featured and more than 1,000 photos, this book is a must-have for anyone looking to try their hand at keeping bonsai.
The World of Succulents
The Gardener’s Guide to Succulents: A Handbook of Over 125 Exquisite Varieties of Succulents and Cacti by Misa Matsuyama is a striking guide to succulents and cacti. With beautiful photos and detailed information on care and arrangement, this book is perfect for anyone looking to add some greenery to their home or garden.
Celebrating the Natural World
World of Wonders: In Praise of Fireflies, Whale Sharks, and Other Astonishments by Aimee Nezhukumatathil is a slim volume that packs a big punch. This collection of nature essays is both a memoir and a celebration of the natural world, with fascinating facts and stunning cover design.
Ancient Remedies for Modern Health
Ancient Remedies: Secrets to Healing with Herbs, Essential Oils, CBD, and the Most Powerful Natural Medicine in History by Dr. Josh Axe is a comprehensive guide to ancient healing practices. With recipes, nourishing foods, herbs, essential oils, and CBD, this book is a great place to start exploring whole health.
Mindfulness in the Garden
Growing Mindful: Explorations in the Garden to Deepen Your Awareness by Joann Calabrese is a playful guide to using nature to meditate and connect with the present moment. With exercises and plant correspondences, this book will have you exploring through the senses, movement, creativity, and the elements.
The Fascinating World of Fungi
Entangled Life: How Fungi Make Our Worlds, Change Our Minds & Shape Our Futures by Merlin Sheldrake is a fascinating exploration of the world of fungi. From yeast and psychedelics to the largest organisms on the planet, this book will have you seeing the world in a whole new way.
Plant-Powered Beauty
Plant-Powered Beauty, Updated Edition: The Essential Guide to Using Natural Ingredients for Health, Wellness, and Personal Skincare by Amy Galper and Christina Daigneault is a fantastic guide to using natural ingredients for skin care and beauty. With recipes, essential info on deconstructing beauty labels, and super helpful ingredient charts, this book will turn your medicine cabinet into your beauty counter and apothecary.
Reimagining Our Relationship with Nature
Rooted: Life at the Crossroads of Science, Nature, and Spirit by Lyanda Lynn Haupt is a thought-provoking exploration of how we can best live upon this endangered planet. By reimagining our relationship with nature, this book invites readers to claim sisterhood with all living things and heal the earth and ourselves.
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