Summary of The Wild Trees

The Wild Trees is a non-fiction book by Richard Preston which tells the story of a group of dedicated tree-climbers as they explore the world of California's ancient redwood forests. The climbers, led by the charismatic Steve Sillett, discover a whole new world among the branches of the redwoods, and their explorations reveal both the beauty of the hidden forests and the fragility of the ecosystem. With the help of their pioneering high-tech gear, the climbers ascend to the highest reaches of the trees, discover new species, and come to understand the complex processes at work in the redwood canopy. The book also explores the interplay between the climbers and the scientists who study the forests and the relationship between nature and man. It is a story of adventure, science, and discovery, as well as a meditation on the beauty and fragility of nature.