num_pages: 368
description: The second book by the bestselling author of Extraordinary InsectsTrees clean air and water; hoverflies and bees pollinate our crops; the kingfisher inspired the construction of high-speed trains. In Tapestries of Life bestselling author Anne Sverdrup-Thygeson explains how closely we are all connected with the natural world highlighting our indelible link with natures finely knit system and our everyday lives.In the heart of natural world is a life-support system like no other a collective term that describes all the goods and services we receive  food fresh water medicine pollination pollution control carbon sequestration erosion prevention recreation spiritual health and so much more. In this utterly captivating book Anne Sverdrup-Thygeson sets out to explore these wonderful supportive elements  taking the reader on a journey through the surprising characteristics of the natural world.
language: English
title: Tapestries of Life: Uncovering the Lifesaving Secrets of the Natural World
publisher: Waterstones