{"title":"Books by Douglas W. Tallamy","description":null,"products":[{"product_id":"9781643260440","title":"The Nature of Oaks","description":"\u003cb\u003eDiscover the complex and fascinating inner world of the mighty oak tree with this engaging nature book!\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ci\u003eThe Nature of Oaks\u003c\/i\u003e reveals what is going on in oak trees month by month, highlighting the seasonal cycles of life, death, and renewal. From woodpeckers who collect and store hundreds of acorns for sustenance to the beauty of jewel caterpillars,  Doug Tallamy illuminates and celebrates the wonders that occur right in our own backyards. He also shares practical advice about how to plant and care for an oak, along with information about the best oak species for your area. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ci\u003eThe Nature of Oaks\u003c\/i\u003e will inspire you to treasure these trees and to act to nurture and protect them.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003e“With our hearts and minds focused on the stewardship of the only planet we have, the best way to engage in a hopeful future is to plant oaks! Let this book be your inspiration and guide.” —\u003ci\u003eThe American Gardener\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e","brand":"Gardners","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":56302022263157,"sku":"9781643260440","price":25.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0612\/7193\/3106\/files\/9781643260440_591df251-c606-4b8b-9111-84abba2d9858.jpg?v=1786024383"},{"product_id":"9781643264714","title":"How Can I Help?","description":"\u003cb\u003eFrom a \u003ci\u003eNew York Times\u003c\/i\u003e bestselling author, a wildlife ecology expert and environmental advocate provides readers with the next step in their ecological journey.\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e In \u003ci\u003eHow Can I Help?\u003c\/i\u003e, Tallamy tackles the questions commonly asked at his popular lectures and shares compelling and actionable answers that will help gardeners and homeowners take the next step in their ecological journey. Topics range from ecology, evolution, biodiversity and conservation to restoration, native plants, invasive species, pest control, and supporting wildlife at home. Tallamy keenly understands that most people want to take part in conservation efforts but often feel powerless to do so as individuals. But one person can make a difference, and \u003ci\u003eHow Can I Help?\u003c\/i\u003e details  how.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e Whether by reducing your lawn, planting a handful of native species, or allowing leaves to sit untouched, you will be inspired and empowered to join millions of other like-minded people to become the future of backyard conservation.","brand":"Gardners","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":56303077327221,"sku":"9781643264714","price":25.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0612\/7193\/3106\/files\/9781643264714_a96c1da6-5e82-4802-9209-16319acec40b.jpg?v=1786024419"},{"product_id":"9781604699005","title":"Nature's Best Hope","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eFrom the \u003ci\u003eNew York Times \u003c\/i\u003ebestselling author of \u003ci\u003eBringing Nature Home \u003c\/i\u003ecomes an urgent and heartfelt call for a new approach to conservation—one that starts in every backyard.\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e Douglas W. Tallamy’s first book, \u003ci\u003eBringing Nature Home\u003c\/i\u003e, awakened thousands of readers to an urgent situation: wildlife populations are in decline because the native plants they depend on are fast disappearing. His solution? Plant more natives. In this new book, Tallamy takes the next step and outlines his vision for a grassroots approach to conservation. \u003ci\u003eNature’s Best Hope\u003c\/i\u003e shows how homeowners everywhere can turn their yards into conservation corridors that provide wildlife habitats. Because this approach relies on the initiatives of private individuals, it is immune from the whims of government policy. Even more important, it’s practical, effective, and easy—you will walk away with specific suggestions you can incorporate into your own yard.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e If you’re concerned about doing something good for the environment, \u003ci\u003eNature’s Best Hope\u003c\/i\u003e is the blueprint you need. By acting now, you can help preserve our precious wildlife—and the planet—for future generations.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e “Tallamy lays out all you need to know to participate in one of the great conservation projects of our time. Read it and get started!” —Elizabeth Kolbert, Pulitzer Prize-winning author of \u003ci\u003eThe Sixth Extinction \u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Gardners","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":56303885648245,"sku":"9781604699005","price":25.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0612\/7193\/3106\/files\/9781604699005_1dfaa043-d4d3-4134-9b1d-7f8130417f1c.jpg?v=1786023298"},{"product_id":"9781643262147","title":"Nature's Best Hope (Young Readers' Edition)","description":"\u003cb\u003eThis middle grade edition of the groundbreaking bestseller by Doug Tallamy will inspire kids to use their backyard to help save the planet. \u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e In \u003ci\u003eNature's Best Hope \u003c\/i\u003e(Young Readers' Edition), Tallamy empowers kids to use their own yards to help combat the negative effects of climate change. He does so by breaking down complex concepts into simple terms and real-world examples that kids can easily grasp. Black and white photographs help further clarify concepts. In addition to sharing the science, Tallamy encourages kids to take direct action. Some of these ideas include planting an oak tree at home. If that’s too large of a task, he suggests they can plant asters—a beautiful flower whose pollen bees use to feed their young. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e By helping the next generation see that they have power and agency over our collective future, this empowering book will drive home the positive point that kids are truly nature’s best hope.","brand":"Gardners","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":56304928522613,"sku":"9781643262147","price":7.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0612\/7193\/3106\/files\/9781643262147_6bc6c00d-6887-4ff2-a715-a6b6fea08abb.jpg?v=1786024407"}],"url":"https:\/\/backstory.london\/collections\/author-douglas-w-tallamy.oembed","provider":"Backstory","version":"1.0","type":"link"}