Discover the transformative story of Australia's iconic eucalypts and their champions.As a novelist and essayist, Ashley Hay explores the profound impact of these trees on the Australian landscape and its people.
Gumdelves into the natural history, cultural significance, and ecological importance of eucalypts, revealing their role in shaping Australian identity and sparking both reverence and conflict. From colonial encounters to Indigenous knowledge, Hay weaves together a compelling narrative that spans centuries.
Through vivid storytelling and insightful analysis,Gumuncovers the complex relationship between humans and the environment, offering a fresh perspective on conservation, sustainability, and the power of nature. Perfect for readers interested in Australian history, botany, and environmental issues, this book will leave you with a newfound appreciation for these remarkable trees.
"Ashley Hay writes with heart, head, energy and passion. She understands the natural world as we must all experience it, with deep love and respect. To preserve Country and to save ourselves we must live with and in a treed world. They are our champions, just as Ashley Hay is for them." —Tony Birch, author of
The White Girland
Dark as Last Night "
Gumis one of my favourite books, I return to it often. Ashley Hay’s curiosity ranges wide, her research skills run deep and she’s a beautiful writer, thinker and storyteller. To have all these skills brought to bear upon a tree as deserving, as iconic, as the eucalyptus: well, I’m in heaven." —Sophie Cunningham, author of
City of Treesand
Melbourne "A classic of Australian environmental writing,
Gumoffers a startling new perspective on Australian history, suggesting powerful new ways of seeing the past and revealing the complex and often surprising ways trees shape both our physical al£1
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