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Trees have a unique intelligence that is often underestimated from "summary" of The Overstory: A Novel by Richard Powers
The idea that trees possess a form of intelligence rarely acknowledged by humans is a central theme in 'The Overstory'. This intelligence is subtle and complex, operating on a timescale that far exceeds the brief moments of human existence. Trees communicate with one another through an intricate network of roots and fungal connections, sharing resources and information in ways that challenge traditional notions of individuality. Through the characters in the novel, we are invited to reconsider our relationship with the natural world and our place within it. We are reminded that trees have been on this planet for far longer than we have, evolving sophisticated strategies for sur...
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