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For years and years, poets and philosophers extolled the benefits of a walk in the woods: Beethoven drew motivation from rocks and trees and shrubs; Wordsworth constructed while tromping within the heath; Nikola Tesla conceived the electric engine while browsing a area. Intrigued by our storied renewal in the natural world, Florence Williams models out to discover the research behind nature's positive effects on the mind. From forest tracks in Korea to islands in Finland to groves of eucalyptus in California, Williams investigates the research at the confluence of environment, spirits, health, and creativity. Delving into completely new research, she uncovers the powers of the natural world to improve health, promote reflection and innovation, and ultimately bolster our romantic relationships. As our modern lives move drastically indoors, these ideas - and the answers they yield - are more urgent than ever.