How I Became a Tree by Sumana Roy [Hardcover]

How I Became a Tree by Sumana Roy is a contemplative and unique exploration of human life in connection with the natural world. Frustrated by the violence, selfishness, and rapid pace of modern humanity, Roy envisions an alternative existence inspired by the calm, patient life of trees. She admires trees for their non-violence, resilience, quiet endurance, and selfless giving. Blending memoir with literary, spiritual, and scientific insights, she draws on figures like Tagore, D.H. Lawrence, Jagadish Chandra Bose, and the Buddha to deepen her understanding of trees' symbolic and literal presence in human life. This thoughtful work invites readers to reconsider their relationship with nature in a reflective and profound way, creating an unusual blend of philosophy, art, and ecological thought.