The Germ: Thoughts on Nature in Poetry, Literature, and Art, collected by Various, is a unique anthology that brings together the works of various authors on nature and its interaction with poetry, literature, and art. In each chapter, the reader will find poems, prose, and reflections that comprehend the beauty of nature, its mystery, and its influence on human creativity. The book is complemented by artistic reproductions and illustrations that help the reader better understand and feel every word written by the authors. "Zarodok" is not only a collection of works, but also an attempt to immerse oneself in the boundless world of nature and its influence on the human soul, inspiring new thoughts and feelings.