Nature Writing Naturally Tag

TL;DR

In this video, the speaker participates in the nature writing tag, discussing favorite nature books and highly anticipated books on their TBR list.

Transcript

hi guys olive here here today to do the nature writing naturally tag that was created by Emma over in a cup of books in honor of spring athon spring athon is a nature writing read-a-thon that's going on right now it is not too late to join in I will link all the relevant details for you down in the description box below but this time that Emma crea... Read More

Key Insights

• 🔊 "H Is for Hawk" by Helen MacDonald is the speaker's favorite nature writing book that transformed them into a bird enthusiast.
• 🥰 The speaker's love for nature writing stems from their fascination with the natural world and its hidden complexities.
• 🥳 Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, has a unique climate, with lots of rain and fewer sunny days, but it is home to various bird species and other wildlife.
• 💦 The speaker's highly anticipated TBR list includes books on plants, animals, water, birds, and travel, showcasing their diverse interests in nature writing.
• 👂 Their TBR list includes books like "The Tulip" by Anna Pavord, "The Dragon Behind the Glass" by Emily Voigt, and "The Hidden Lives of Owls" by Leigh Calvez.
• 🔇 The speaker is particularly excited about "Four Flights" by Helen MacDonald, a upcoming collection of essays exploring the connections between humans and nature.

Questions & Answers

Q: What is the speaker's favorite nature writing book?

The speaker's favorite nature writing book is "H Is for Hawk" by Helen MacDonald. This book turned them into a bird nerd and they admire everything the author does.

Q: Why does the speaker love nature writing?

The speaker has always been fascinated by the natural world, particularly animals. Their interest in ecology has grown over time, and they find the hidden complexity of nature endlessly fascinating.

Q: How would the speaker describe the nature around their city, Pittsburgh?

Pittsburgh, located in western Pennsylvania, has a unique climate due to the Allegheny Mountains. The city experiences a lot of rain and fewer sunny days compared to other areas. There are various bird species, including American Robins, Northern Cardinals, Blue Jays, and Black-capped Chickadees.

Q: What are some highly anticipated nature books on the speaker's TBR list?

The speaker is excited to read "The Tulip" by Anna Pavord, "The Dragon Behind the Glass" by Emily Voigt, "The Outlaw Ocean" by Ian Urbina, "The Hidden Lives of Owls" by Leigh Calvez, and "An Age of License" by Lucy Knisley.

Summary & Key Takeaways

• The speaker shares their favorite nature writing book, "H Is for Hawk" by Helen MacDonald, which ignited their interest in birdwatching.

• They express their love for nature writing, explaining how the complexity and beauty of the natural world fascinates them.

• The speaker describes the nature around their city, Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, including various bird species, squirrels, chipmunks, and deer.