Holdout: The Astonishing True Story of the World's Most Extraordinary Tree
4.2 out of 5
| Language | : | English |
| File size | : | 1839 KB |
| Text-to-Speech | : | Enabled |
| Enhanced typesetting | : | Enabled |
| X-Ray | : | Enabled |
| Word Wise | : | Enabled |
| Print length | : | 348 pages |
| Screen Reader | : | Supported |
Deep in the heart of California's ancient redwood forest, there lies a towering wonder known as "Hyperion." Standing at a breathtaking 380 feet tall, Hyperion is the tallest living tree in the world, a majestic testament to the indomitable spirit of nature.
But before Hyperion could become a legend, it had to survive a decade-long battle against loggers who were determined to cut it down. In his gripping new book, Holdout: The Astonishing True Story of the World's Most Extraordinary Tree, award-winning author Jeffrey Kluger recounts the thrilling tale of Hyperion's fight for survival.
The Loggers
The year was 1994, and the logging industry was booming in California. As the demand for lumber soared, loggers were pushing deeper and deeper into the ancient redwood forests, felling trees with reckless abandon.
One day, a group of loggers stumbled upon a towering redwood that seemed to defy all reason. It was taller than any tree they had ever seen, its trunk stretching high into the sky like a celestial beacon. The loggers were awed by its size and beauty, but they also saw it as a valuable commodity.
The loggers decided to cut down the tree, but they soon discovered that it was not going to be an easy task. The redwood's bark was incredibly thick, and its wood was so dense that it dulled their saws. The loggers tried everything they could, but they could not bring the tree down.
The Environmentalists
Word of the loggers' discovery quickly spread to the environmental community, and soon a group of activists arrived at the site. The activists were determined to protect the tree, and they staged a round-the-clock vigil to prevent the loggers from cutting it down.
The battle between the loggers and the environmentalists raged for years. The loggers tried to intimidate the activists, and the activists tried to shame the loggers. But neither side was willing to give up.
In the end, it was the environmentalists who prevailed. In 2006, the logging company agreed to sell the land where Hyperion stood to the Save the Redwoods League, a conservation organization. The tree was finally safe, and it has become a symbol of the fight to protect our planet's ancient forests.
Hyperion Today
Today, Hyperion stands tall in Redwood National Park, a testament to the power of nature and the resilience of the human spirit. The tree has become a popular tourist destination, and visitors from all over the world come to marvel at its size and beauty.
Hyperion is also a reminder of the importance of conservation. The ancient redwood forests of California are a precious resource, and we must do everything we can to protect them for future generations.
Jeffrey Kluger's Holdout is a gripping and inspiring story that celebrates the triumph of nature over adversity. It is a must-read for anyone who cares about the environment, and it is a book that will stay with you long after you finish it.
To learn more about Hyperion and the battle to save it, please visit the website of the Save the Redwoods League: https://www.savetheredwoods.org/.
4.2 out of 5
| Language | : | English |
| File size | : | 1839 KB |
| Text-to-Speech | : | Enabled |
| Enhanced typesetting | : | Enabled |
| X-Ray | : | Enabled |
| Word Wise | : | Enabled |
| Print length | : | 348 pages |
| Screen Reader | : | Supported |
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4.2 out of 5
| Language | : | English |
| File size | : | 1839 KB |
| Text-to-Speech | : | Enabled |
| Enhanced typesetting | : | Enabled |
| X-Ray | : | Enabled |
| Word Wise | : | Enabled |
| Print length | : | 348 pages |
| Screen Reader | : | Supported |
