{"title":"Tim Entwisle","description":"\u003cp\u003eDiscover the intriguing world of plants and botanical wonder with renowned author Tim Entwisle. An expert botanist and a captivating storyteller, Tim Entwisle brings the beauty and complexity of the natural world to the forefront in his engaging works. In this collection, you will find his insightful books such as \u003cem\u003eEvergreen\u003c\/em\u003e and \u003cem\u003eThe Sceptical Botanist\u003c\/em\u003e, which blend together genres of Biography \u0026amp; Memoir and Science \u0026amp; Nature.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eTim Entwisle's writing style is both informative and conversational, making complex botanical concepts accessible for all readers. Whether you're an avid plant enthusiast or just starting your exploration into botany, Entwisle's works offer both educational insights and personal reflections. Through his eloquent prose, he shares not only his deep knowledge of plants but also his experiences and observations as a sceptical botanist.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eDive into these captivating reads and embark on a journey through the vibrant tapestry of plant life, all the while gaining a greater appreciation for the natural world around us.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"evergreen-by-tim-entwisle-9781760762254","title":"Evergreen","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn this wildly rich memoir, a director at some of the world's finest botanic gardens—Sydney, Kew, and Melbourne—suggests such places are a cure for the world's ills.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eTim Entwisle believes these sanctuaries can address the key threats of our time, such as climate change and plant extinction, while simultaneously serving up gorgeous landscapes and offering a balm to the weary human spirit.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003eEvergreen\u003c\/i\u003e reveals the noisy soundtrack to Tim Entwisle's life, why he prefers nature found kerbside rather than in the wild, and how he comes to have an alga (seaweed) named after him. Above all, it's an ode to the powerful mix of nature, science and culture.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eEbook available through all major etailers\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Thames and Hudson (Australia) Pty Ltd","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46843472150764,"sku":"9781760762254","price":45.0,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/25009483482814.jpg?v=1758800948"},{"product_id":"the-sceptical-botanist-by-tim-entwisle-9781486318216","title":"The Sceptical Botanist","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDo trees talk to one another? Can a plant use up the oxygen in a room while you sleep? What is a native plant and what is a weed? Are some plants truly immortal?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThrough 50 beautifully crafted essays, former director of preeminent botanic gardens and self-confessed plant punk Tim Entwisle shines a gentle light on everyday questions about plants and gardens, guiding the reader through fact and fiction.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eIncluding the best of his contributions to gardening magazines and newspapers over four decades, as well as 24 pieces written specially for this book, \u003cem\u003eThe Sceptical Botanist\u003c\/em\u003e is a tour de force of investigative writing from one of Australia’s most thoughtful and inquisitive botanical minds.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003ePick up \u003cem\u003eThe Sceptical Botanist\u003c\/em\u003e and you’ll never look at a plant or garden in the same way again!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\"A humane and humorous foray into the world of plants, their relationships with people, and revealingly, into the mind of a sceptical botanist. These short essays contain so many important and enjoyable insights. From vexed questions about GM foods and whether trees are intelligent, to his delightful personal experiences across the botanical world, Entwisle is a confident explorer and guide. Whether he’s exploring our relationships with plants, the way that scientists think, or the reasons for some very unnatural beliefs about nature, his humour, integrity and lightly-worn knowledge shine through.\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e– Professor Jonathan Drori, CBE, Author, Former Trustee of the Royal Botanic Gardens, Kew\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"NewSouth Books","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46855222919404,"sku":"9781486318216","price":79.0,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/e5d6cfeaaf6202b251da5ca6689d6967.jpg?v=1759279487"}],"url":"https:\/\/bookhero.pro\/collections\/tim-entwisle.oembed","provider":"Book Hero","version":"1.0","type":"link"}