The Golden Spruce

This compelling nonfiction book recounts the true story of Grant Hadwin, a British Columbia timber scout whose act of environmental protest resulted in the destruction of a legendary 300-year-old Sitka spruce tree. As the narrative unfolds, it explores the majestic coastal wilderness, the cultural significance of the tree to the Haida people, and the intense world of logging. The story is woven with a sense of mystery surrounding Hadwin’s subsequent disappearance and the impact of his actions.