Since well before the Kung's engine noise first penetrated the forest, a conversation of sorts has been unfolding in this lonesome hollow. It is not a language like Russian or Chinese but it is a language nonetheless, and it is older than the forest. The crows speak it; the dog speaks it; the tiger speaks it, and so do the men--some more fluently than others. John Vaillant
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The forest language is a language of communication between all living things. It is a language that enables us to communicate with one another. By speaking the forest language, we are able to understand the thoughts of the other creatures that are around us. The forest language played an important part in the lives of our ancestors, as it helped them communicate with one another.

The forest is where animals met and had their first conversations. With the help of the forest spoken language, animals were able to know what was happening around them, which helped them survive in the wild. For example, they were able to know if there was danger or not so they could stay safe and sound.

Source: The Tiger: A True Story Of Vengeance And Survival

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