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Climbing the World’s Tallest Tree Reviews

“Iris Ray Nunn's striking activist narrative reminds us all of our deeper responsibility to the earth itself. Her intimate connection to nature is poetic and uniquely heartfelt.  I found her testimony so convincing, courageous and relevant to the times. 

In a way, it is a compelling book when much of the media commentary regarding these issues is so manufactured and so far from the truth. This is one person's gripping journey into the heart of what is really happening on the front line.  I think, in Iris Ray Nunn, Australia is seeing a writer and story teller of real significance.”

Ron Curran

“Iris spent much of her adult life fighting to expose and resist mining expansion in Australian forests. Her deep love of country and a childhood Kangaroo dreaming led her toward Aboriginal culture, a space she describes of knowledge and nature through stillness and time. Few of us will walk a path that has us meeting Elders. Or protesting mines. Or listening to Uluru or sitting in ceremony or living in a bus.

Climbing the World’s Tallest Tree is an adventure story filled with humour and intellect, reflecting on nature and human nature and the space between. As we continue to face the incessant march of progress and technology, there is learning here, from a brave Aussie woman and her beloved Aussie bush.”

Sharon Barbour

“I am thrilled to be reading this beautiful book.   Iris Ray Nunn’s gentle nature and love for the environment and all people shines through in this easy to read book.  Love love love it.”

Cherie Robinson 

“I’m nearly finished reading Climbing the World’s Tallest Tree. For anyone out there thinking about buying it I can fully recommend doing so.”

Louise M Summerville 

“Something that keeps popping into my head is it’s an “Australian Celestine Prophecy”... at times throughout your book I felt I was on a Celestine Prophecy adventure with you. I soooo want to celebrate you sista, your book is really fabulous! I can’t wait for my girl to read it - some great lessons in there for a 14 year old.”

Elizabeth Freeman

“Your book is going to make a great film one day!”

Lucinda Cox

“What a story! Extraordinary and awe-inspiring, courageous and so sad. And uplifting! Definitely a labour of love.”

Daniel Param 

“I highly recommend Iris' wonderful story ~ this book is beautifully written & poised full of curiosities from being an Australian kid with clover underfoot - then part of a child dance troupe to celebrate Australia Day, which resulted in a confrontation with an angry indigenous mob. She asked the adults why they (the mob) weren't also celebrating? Her curiosity blazed like fire, and as she grew she keep digging so much deeper, eventually guided by a prophetic dream! Iris' spirit sent her from adventure to adventure! A great read!”

Illumina Christos 

“Iris, your book is transcendent. I’m struggling to put into words the way I’m connecting, remembering, and clearing, as I’m reading your story.”

Dani Em

“…What a journey of discovery you have with indigenous culture. Listen and respect is whats needed in the govts of the world, to care for the earth better. You’re a good listener Iris.’

Martin William Leyssenaar

“I have tears rolling down my cheeks as I read your book.”

Lee Lee Diamond 

“I just finished your book the other night Iris. It was so compelling, I didn't finish reading until 4am in the morning. During the night, in parts I would cry, dry my tears, sniffle a bit, keep reading, then start crying all over again. What an incredible journey you're on Iris. Thank you, for sharing your stories, and weaving them together into a tapestry of wisdom, faith, courage and love. Big respect sis.”

Michelle Crossman

“As a lot of you know I’ve been reading Iris Ray Nunn’s amazing book 'Climbing The Worlds Tallest Tree'. I can not recommend this book enough (I basically tell everyone about it), it’s so beautifully written and takes you on such an amazing journey.”

Stephanie Alice 

“I just finished Climbing the World’s Tallest Tree and just loved loved it... Thank you for writing it.”

Wendy Royston 

“This book is a wonderful exploration of one woman's journey into womanhood, activism, connection to Aboriginal people and North American Indigenous people. It was published this year and is really topical. Emotions are raw and honest, observations are acute and nuanced and she carries us with her until the very last sentence. I've just finished it and am relishing the aftertaste.”

Wendy Royston

“You are an absolute jewel in the crown of life. What poignant  words you use to describe an appreciation of your life expression. Thank you.”

Catherine Frederick 

“I have just finished reading your beautiful book ‘Climbing the worlds TALLEST tree’  my friend Lisa Melene gifted it to me bless her sweet heart  thank you for your story thank you for sharing it l loved every page every moment  it moved me so much it cracked open my heart and l cannot wonder on this land the same as l did before l read your words such learning you have given me respectfully thank you Iris.”

Kerry

“I recently read this awe inspiring book, and can highly recommend it to others. Iris writes from the heart, and her words come directly from her soul, with a wisdom that comes from an ancient place inside. You will laugh, you will cry, you will rejoice, when you read this unique expose, into one woman's quest to bring higher vision, and deeper questioning of life, into a practical realm, accessible to everyone. Iris is a true warrior woman, who shows what being strong, combined with gentleness and compassion, can create here upon our Mother Earth. I've admired Iris for many years, as a woman who Walks Her Talk.”

Michelle Crossman 

“A stunning autobiography by an amazing and inspirational, divine feminine woman. It covers a diverse area of topics including activism and loving Earth, a deep respect for nature, growth in spirit, overcoming hardships, motherhood and incredible spirituality. The people encountered, are heart-opening, I have much respect for indigenous elder Uncle Bob Randal and his Kanyini. Iris is the type of human I wish everyone was. I highly recommend this wonderful life story.”

Suzi Aki Cor 

“I loved your book...it is so raw and vulnerable, so informative and important, so sad and heart-warming...and so extremely well written...so thankful that you had the courage and took the time to write it.”

Tim Riordan 

“I SO love this book! It is raw, brave, inspirational with jaw-dropping experiences and visions that rattle one's soul to wake up to the cries and love from our Mother (Earth) through Aboriginal (Australian) and Lakota wisdom. A must read as we approach uncertain times ahead to simply survive on this beloved planet. The Iris in iris has truly blossomed. Welcome home..and thank you!”

Beverley Prince 

“I loved your book Iris, on so many levels. It reached into depths that weren't expressed on the page, but were so present in the spirit that lives through your writing. Wisdom, empathy, devotion, strength and love shines out of this powerful story. Thank you for being the story-teller that brings back the parts of us that have been abandoned.”

Belinda Pate McDonald 

“Big Love to you and thank you so much for your beautiful book. I couldn’t put it down once I started reading it. I cried and felt my way through it.. so many spaces of connection, places of respect, I’m so glad I read it.”

Robyn Goikoexea

“Many thank for writing your story. It’s a beautiful book, filled with so much - courage, determination, love, engagement, mystery, dreams, the power of Mother Earth, the divine, the sacredness, beauty and wisdom of Indigenous people and their culture and so much more. Your self discovery and the love you discover on your journey and the love you discover towards the end of your writing is such an encouragement for us all. Your journey has really helped me appreciate my journey and the love I have discovered and that I am yet to find. Thank you.”

John Rogerson 

“I recently completed Iris book which was an absolute treat to read. I've known Iris for nearly 20 years, reading her book was a gift and a revelation that supported a more intimate connection with nature. I welcome anyone into my life who supports me to deepen this connection and better understand myself and the indigenous wisdom of our country and earth. I can't recommend her book enough to anyone who desires to learn about Australia's origins and our first nations people. Iris is a trail blazer and a courageous and noble spirit. We need more people like her who remind us what truly matters in life.”

Jhana Bowen 

“It was beautiful.  You melded your own love and life with your activism and your humility and care.  I think that is why indigenous people invited you in.”

Andrew Douglas

“I was given your book by Pip and have just finished ready it in 48 hours.  Your intimate account of your meanderings in nature has inspired me to listen deeply when nature calls.  I have just spent three hour in Billinudgel nature reserve talking to my ancestors.  Thanks for your story and offering I can’t wait to chat one of these days. Especially, about the Momo, your sunrise mediation and uncle Bob.”

Caz