Arctic Flora by Yoo Kyung, EcoLibre.
A scientist with aspirations to create cosmic gardens on the Moon and Mars reveals that plants can grow and bloom in the Arctic, challenging common misconceptions about the region. The book originated from an email from Springer Nature Korea, which sought new authors in the field of science for its journal, Nature. This prompted the author to enhance the content of her previous English science book, "Arctic Plants of Svalbard," by adding seven chapters and an epilogue. The author introduces the survival strategies and symbiotic wisdom of plants that endure extreme environments, focusing on the Svalbard archipelago in Norway. She narrates the transformation of Svalbard from a once lush forest to a barren landscape and shares stories of 12 representative plant species, while also addressing the impact of climate change on the Arctic ecosystem. The author hopes this book will foster interest and conservation efforts for the vanishing Arctic flora.
Exploring the Thousand-Year History of Ginkgo Trees by Jeon Young-woo, Dolbaenamu.
The author, a forest biologist, has spent a decade researching ginkgo trees both domestically and internationally, tracing the history and memories embedded in these trees. His role as a cultural heritage committee member led him to examine natural monument ginkgo trees across the country. From the famous Yongsan Temple ginkgo tree in Yangpyeong, known as the largest in the world, to the thick-trunked ginkgo tree in Wonju's Bangye-ri, each tree's vitality and historical significance are highlighted. Based on research indicating that a 500-year-old ginkgo tree in Cheongdo, Gyeongbuk, is genetically linked to ginkgo trees introduced to Europe in ancient times, the author expanded his research to include China, Japan, Europe, and North America. Beyond the size and age of the trees, he reflects on who has protected them over the years and the stories that have accumulated beneath their branches, examining the relationship between nature and humanity.
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