What is a forest, in essence, and how do people have such a close connection with it? For a person, it is not just a source of raw materials or a green fitness center - the forest can become a place of spiritual quest, serve healing and enlightenment. Biologist, ecologist and journalist Adriane Lochner views the forest from a cultural, historical and scientific point of view. You will learn how the forest ecosystem works, get acquainted with the different types of forest, characterized by the composition of tree species and environmental conditions, as well as types of forest management and some aspects of forest protection. “When you see green hilltops that roll in waves to the horizon, suddenly filled with optimism. And then, quite sincerely, it seems that all the complex problems of the 21st century are solvable, and nature is friendly to man, just as he is to her. After all, he is part of it.” (Adriana Lochner)The publishing layout of the book is saved in PDF A4 format.