Forest. How the Forest Ecosystem is Organized

What is, essentially, a forest, and why do people have such a close connection to it? For humans, it is not just a source of raw materials or a green fitness center — a forest can become a place for spiritual quests, serving healing and enlightenment. Biologist, ecologist, and journalist Adriane Lochner examines the forest from both cultural-historical and scientific perspectives. You will learn how the forest ecosystem is organized, get acquainted with various types of forests characterized by the composition of tree species and environmental conditions, as well as with types of forest use and some aspects of forest conservation.
«When you see the green peaks of hills rolling to the horizon, a sense of optimism suddenly envelops you. And then it genuinely seems that all the complex problems of the 21st century can be solved, and nature is friendly to humans, just as humans are to nature. After all, he is a part of it».