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Folks, This Ain't Normal A Farmer's Advice for Happier Hens, Healthier People, and a Better World
From farmer Joel Salatin's point of view, life in the 21st century just ain't normal. In FOLKS, THIS AIN'T NORMAL, he discusses how far removed we are from the simple, sustainable joy that comes from living close to the land and the people we love. Salatin has many thoughts on what normal is and shares practical and philosophical ideas for changing our lives in small ways that have big impact.<br><br>Salatin, hailed by the <i>New York Times</i> as "Virginia's most multifaceted agrarian since Thomas Jefferson [and] the high priest of the pasture" and profiled in the Academy Award nominated documentary <i>Food, Inc.</i> and the bestselling book <i>The Omnivore's Dilemma</i>, understands what food should be: Wholesome, seasonal, raised naturally, procured locally, prepared lovingly, and eaten with a profound reverence for the circle of life. And his message doesn't stop there. From child-rearing, to creating quality family time, to respecting the environment, Salatin writes with a wicked sense of humor and true storyteller's knack for the revealing anecdote. <br><br>Salatin's crucial message and distinctive voice--practical, provocative, scientific, and down-home philosophical in equal measure--make FOLKS, THIS AIN'T NORMAL a must-read book.
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Summary of Joel Salatin's Folks, This Ain't Normal
Please note: This is a companion version & not the original book. Sample Book Insights: #1 The biggest thrill in life for today’s teenagers is becoming competent on the video game. This is not normal, and it is creating an environment that is not conducive to future leaders. #2 Gather wood, and you will find a lot of satisfaction in the heart of a young person. This activity allows them to commune with the forest’s bounty, its diversity of species, and the different properties of each. #3 The American tradition of gathering firewood is a testament to the deep personal satisfaction, the physical, emotional, and spiritual affirmation that such work engenders. It is the ultimate self-actualization. #4 The wood-gathering chore taught me both personal responsibility and dependability. If I got cold, it wasn’t anyone’s fault but my own. I had to think ahead, plan, and be aware of outside temperature that determined how much wood we would burn for the night.
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