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The Nourishing Homestead: One Back-to-the-Land Family's Plan for Cultivating Soil, Skills, and Spirit

by Penny Hewitt
Hewitt, Ben & . Chelsea Green. Mar. 2015. 352p. photos. notes. index. ISBN 9781603585514. pap. $29.95; ebk. ISBN 9781603585521. AGRI
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Ben and Penny Hewitt have resided on a 40-acre farm in Cabot, VT, for more than 15 years and are motivated by a desire to live their lives aligned with nature and provide most of their own food, creating from the ground up a sustainable and traditional homestead. The Hewitts chronicle the development of their sanctuary in this informative title, from the initial design of their hand-built house and revitalizing the soil for crops to foraging for wild edibles, processing their own meat, and preserving produce. The belief in nourishment in all aspects—Ben calls it "practiculture"—of their lives, including dealing with modern-day "stuff" and raising children (two sons), creates a running thread throughout the book. Photographs and recipes all support this personal reference to dwelling closer to the land.
VERDICT While it is information-dense, a conversational tone and practical tips make this text a terrific resource for homesteaders at all levels.
Reviewed by Kristi Chadwick, Massachusetts Lib. Syst., South Deerfield , Mar 15, 2015
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