Mother the Mountain: The Art of Living with Nature

An inspiring and transformative book of hope that reveals how to heal the earth and ourselves in the process.

As young women, sisters Anastasia and Julia Vanderbyl began a compelling journey of restoration deep in the Australian rainforest. A beautifully crafted narrative woven with personal stories, Mother the Mountain is both a memoir of their experiences and a meditation on the extraordinary resilience of nature.

In this rich collection of reflections, art, photography, and poetry, you will find yourself enchanted with the wonders of the natural world. Drawing on their life as regenerative farmers, artists, gardeners, and caretakers of both animals and the land, the sisters share secrets of how to deepen your connection with the earth, celebrate creativity, and return to a mindful way of life. A powerful tribute to hope and healing, this book invites you to discover the art of living with nature.

Author: Julia Vanderbyl, Anastasia Vanderbyl
Publisher: DK Publishing (Dorling Kindersley)
Published: 11/21/2023
Pages: 256
Binding Type: Hardcover
Weight: 2.05lbs
Size: 9.40h x 8.20w x 1.00d
ISBN13: 9780744085389
ISBN10: 0744085381
BISAC Categories:
- Self-Help | Creativity
- Self-Help | Personal Growth | Happiness
- House & Home | Sustainable Living

About the Author
Julia and Anastasia Vanderbyl are sisters caring for a regenerative farm on Bundjalung Country on the East Coast of Australia. They have amassed a devoted fan base of over 2.2 million followers across their Instagram, TikTok, and YouTube channels. (Instagram--549k followers; TikTok--1.1m followers; YouTube--571k followers.) They post delightful content showcasing the animals on their farm, reflective time reconnecting with nature, colorful art projects, and living with the land. Julia is a fine arts painter, (@juliavanderbyl) and Anastasia is a regenerative fashion designer (@anast.asia).