Seeds of Hope, Jane Goodall
Seeds of Hope, Jane Goodall
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Seeds of Hope
Wisdom and Wonder from the World of Plants

Author: Jane Goodall, Gail Hudson, Michael Pollan

Narrator: Edita Brychta, Jane Goodall

Unabridged: 14 hr 1 min

Format: Digital Audiobook Download

Published: 04/01/2014

Includes: Bonus Material Bonus Material Included


Synopsis

From world-renowned scientist Jane Goodall, as seen in the new National Geographic documentary Jane, comes a fascinating examination of the critical role that trees and plants play in our world.

From world-renowned scientist Jane Goodall, as seen in the new National Geographic documentary Jane, comes a fascinating examination of the critical role that trees and plants play in our world.

Seeds of Hope takes us from Goodall's home in England to her home-away-from-home in Africa, deep inside the Gombe forest, where she and the chimpanzees are enchanted by the fig and plum trees they encounter. She introduces us to botanists around the world, as well as places where hope for plants can be found, such as The Millennium Seed Bank. She shows us the secret world of plants with all their mysteries and potential for healing our bodies as well as Planet Earth.

Looking at the world as an adventurer, scientist, and devotee of sustainable foods and gardening--and setting forth simple goals we can all take to protect the plants around us--Goodall delivers an enlightening story of the wonders we can find in our own backyards.

About Jane Goodall

Jane Goodall was a young secretarial school graduate when Louis Leakey sent her to Tanzania in 1960 to study chimpanzees. She later received a PhD from Cambridge University and has become one of the world's most honored scientists and writers. Her books include Reason for Hope, In the Shadow of Man, and Through a Window.


Reviews

Goodreads review by Cami on April 02, 2014

I received an advanced reader copy through a GoodReads giveaway. I would not have finished the book if I did not feel it was my responsibility to give a free gift book a decent chance. I give it 2.5 stars and rounded up because I personally did not really like it or feel it was memorable but I know......more

Goodreads review by Eloise on October 31, 2024

I've been reading this book because I am curious to what other people are saying about plants, and this book truly delivered. I've been introduced to some past plant drama in the world and that was incredible lore that should have been taught in history. Apparently, when people first discovered tulip......more

Goodreads review by Karen on May 04, 2015

Yes, I have a signed Jane Goodall book- be jealous! This book was amazing and really inspired me to make changes in my lifestyle. I never knew plants could be so interesting!......more

Goodreads review by Jane on February 20, 2019

So enjoyable and educational. This woman is a modern miracle.......more

Goodreads review by Sealove on November 08, 2013

Amazing… What a special glimpse into the world of plants, given by a woman who has lived and seen it all. It was quite a joy to see this world through Jane's eyes. It brought back all the wonder that we already knew and loved about the plant kingdom and added new pieces to the puzzle that we are so h......more


Quotes

Praise for Hope For Animals and Their World:

"These accounts of conservation success are inspirational." --Publishers Weekly

"Goodall's intimate writing style and sense of wonder pull the reader into each account... The mix of personal and scientific makes for a compelling read." --Booklist