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Laurent Tillon's Being an Oak, translated by Jessica Moore, offers a captivating journey into the heart of forest ecology through the life story of a sessile oak named Quercus. Spanning from 1780 to 2020, this lyrical narrative explores the deep interconnection between trees and the ecosystems they support. Quercus’s story reveals the hidden networks of forest life—fungi, insects, birds, animals, and humans—that influence his survival, illustrating how trees communicate, adapt, and thrive. Blending science, storytelling, and environmental philosophy, the book also reflects on the human impact on biodiversity and forest conservation, inviting readers to reconnect with nature and recognize its wisdom, resilience, and fragile balance.

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