Field Study

In this beautifully written exploration, award-winning author Helen Humphreys delves into the world of herbariums, uncovering the significance of plant collections from the 19th and 20th centuries. Through a year of reflection, she examines the beauty and solace that nature provides, honoring both celebrated figures like Emily Dickinson and Henry David Thoreau and the lesser-known amateur naturalists whose contributions endure. This engaging blend of memoir and field study invites listeners to appreciate the often-overlooked elements of the natural world.