A year among the trees : or, the woods and by-ways of New England

Spending the changing seasons beneath New England’s woodlands, the narrator invites listeners to wander a year‑long path through forests, fields, and riverbanks. With each step, he records the rise of buds, the burst of blossoms, and the quiet surrender of leaves to autumn’s fire. The journey is as much about the rhythm of light and weather as it is about the trees themselves.

The heart of the book is an intimate catalogue of the region’s trees—from towering oaks and maples to humble hazels and berry‑laden shrubs. Alongside botanical details, the author weaves observations of birds, insects, and the subtle ways each species shapes the soil, water, and air. Folklore, poetry, and practical uses of bark, sap, and wood pepper the narrative, giving each entry a living, human context.

Written in a clear, lyrical voice, the work balances scientific precision with the wonder of a naturalist’s eye. Listeners will feel the crispness of a winter frost, hear the rustle of spring leaves, and sense the quiet reverence that comes from a year spent among the trees. It’s a gentle invitation to notice the forest’s many stories, one season at a time.