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Trees have a lifespan that far exceeds that of humans from "summary" of The Overstory: A Novel by Richard Powers
Trees, those ancient beings that have stood witness to the passing of time for centuries upon centuries, possess a lifespan that dwarfs the fleeting existence of humanity. These majestic entities, rooted firmly in the earth, have weathered countless storms and witnessed the rise and fall of civilizations. They stand as silent sentinels, their rings telling tales of years long past, their branches reaching towards the sky in a timeless dance with the wind. In the vast tapestry of life, trees serve as a constant reminder of our own mortality. While we may come and go in the blink of an eye, they remain steadfast, their roots delving deep into the soil, their leaves whispering secrets to the heavens. Their longevity is a testament to the resilience of the natural world, a world that existed long before we arrived and will continue to thrive long after we are gone. The lifespan of a tree is not measured in mere decades or even centuries, but in millennia. Some of the oldest trees on Earth have stood for thousands of years, their gnarled trunks bearing the scars of time. These ancien...
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