95 pages 3 hours read

Robin Wall Kimmerer

Braiding Sweetgrass: Indigenous Wisdom, Scientific Knowledge, and the Teachings of Plants

Nonfiction | Book | Adult | Published in 2013

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In Braiding Sweetgrass, Robin Wall Kimmerer beautifully intertwines Indigenous wisdom, scientific knowledge, and personal narratives to celebrate the relationship between humans and nature. Readers praise her lyrical prose and insightful reflections on ecology. Some find the pacing slow and the structure loose, but overall, it’s an enriching and thought-provoking read.

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Who Should Read Braiding Sweetgrass?

Readers who cherish nature's wisdom, blend scientific knowledge with Indigenous teachings, and embrace environmental ethics will enjoy Braiding Sweetgrass by Robin Wall Kimmerer. Comparable to Rachel Carson's Silent Spring and Peter Wohlleben's The Hidden Life of Trees, it appeals to those who seek a deeper connection with the natural world.

Recommended

Reading Age

18+years

Book Details

Topics
Science / Nature