This book reveals so much about the secret lives of one of our most wonderful resources .THE TREES! My congrats to the publisher(s) who published this book. Even more congrats to the writers and collaborators who contributed toward making this book understandable, entertaining and knowledgeable for my neophyte knowledge about trees and their lives on our planet. I'm from the Plains states of north America and longed always for more trees in a place that is somewhat harsh for trees other than the most hardy against high winds, scorching summers, dry falls, and harsh winter conditions.. Trees are totally remarkable with all of their well kept secrets now revealed, at least in part through this book. And thanks also to Dr. Simard of Univ. British Columbia for her contributions as well as the others who helped the author. A superlative effort all the way around.. Thank you.. I'll probably have more praise when I finish it.MEANWHILE, look for me with my nose in this book.