Braiding Sweetgrass

A New York Times Bestseller

A Washington Post Bestseller

Named a "Best Essay Collection of the Decade" by Literary Hub

The Braiding Sweetgrass Book brings together science and Indigenous knowledge through the work of botanist Robin Wall Kimmerer. As a member of the Citizen Potawatomi Nation, she views plants and animals as teachers. The book blends scientific study with cultural understanding of the natural world. It presents nature as both a source of knowledge and a guide for living.

The Braiding Sweetgrass Book draws on Kimmerer’s experiences as a scientist and writer. It explores relationships with plants, animals, and ecosystems through personal stories and reflection. The narrative ranges from the creation of Turtle Island to modern environmental challenges. It works well for readers interested in ecology, Indigenous perspectives, and nature writing.

"I give daily thanks for Robin Wall Kimmerer for being a font of endless knowledge, both mental and spiritual." —Richard Powers, New York Times

• ISBN-13: 978-1-571313-56-0
• Genre: Nature Writing & Essays
• Format: Paperback
• Trim: 5.4" x 8.4"
• Page count: 408 pages
• Published by Milkweed Editions in 2015
• Written by Robin Wall Kimmerer
• Audience: Adult