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    The Farmer's Wife: My Life in Days
    The Farmer's Wife: My Life in Days
    The Farmer's Wife: My Life in Days
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    The Farmer's Wife: My Life in Days

    By Helen Rebanks

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    "An exquisite love-letter to the goodness of the natural world, and to shepherding family, marriage, and a farm to health and prosperity." —Nick Offerman, award-winning actor, comedian, and writer

    A heartfelt, unvarnished reflection on the power of domestic life.

    Helen Rebanks' beautifully written memoir takes place across a single day on her working farm in the Lake District of England. Weaving past and present, through a journey of self-discovery, the book takes us from the farmhouse table of her grandmother and into the home she now shares with her husband, James, their four kids, and an abundance of animals.

    With honesty and grace, Helen shares her life in days—sometimes a wonder and a joy, others a grind to be survived—weaving in stories that read like a well-written pastoral novel. The Farmer's Wife is a book about the love of life, the nourishing simplicity of everyday work, and sharing stories around a family table full of good food.

    Full of gentle wisdom, this book is an honest portrait of rural life and an authentic exploration of both the hard work and reward of keeping a home and raising a family—even though the job is often thankless and invisible.

    Also included are simple recipes and dozens of guilt-free "Survival Mode" meal ideas.

    About Helen and Her Farm:

    Along with her husband, James Rebanks (author of The Shepherd’s Life), Helen and her family work as a tight-knit team. Their farm has become globally important through their nature-friendly farming practices and has been a retreat for many, including actor and comedian Nick Offerman. The Rebanks host events regularly at the farm to share their expertise and encourage others to farm sustainably.

    LanguageEnglish
    PublisherThomas Nelson
    Release dateSep 19, 2023
    ISBN9780785290490

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