Michael Pollan may be incapable of uninteresting writing. Discerning and lucid, his works tend to provoke the reader to engage themselves (at least in thought, if not deed) well beyond the final page. Second Nature: A Gardener's Education is Pollan's first book yet reads like a timeless work by a seasoned writer. While lacking in the overall cohesive force of his later efforts, this book may encourage more reflection and greater perspective. With his characteristic humor, thoughtful exposition, and meandering style, Michael Pollan is always enjoyable to read. His distinctive voice is evident in nearly everything he writes, yet more importantly, he comes across as neither preachy nor self-righteous.