In Folks, This Ain’t Normal, Joel Salatin draws on his decades of experience as an innovative sustainable farmer to offer succour and wisdom to anyone seeking a more humane, environmentally friendly lifestyle. From raising chickens and pigs naturally outdoors to creating nutrient-rich soil through crop rotation and composting, Salatin offers down-to-earth advice for those looking to make small changes that can have a big impact. With witty, relatable prose, Salatin invites readers into his world to show that sustainable living.
For who is this book for ?
In Folks, This Ain’t Normal, Joel Salatin draws on his decades of experience as an innovative sustainable farmer to offer succour and wisdom to anyone seeking a more humane, environmentally friendly lifestyle. From raising chickens and pigs naturally outdoors to creating nutrient-rich soil through crop rotation and composting, Salatin offers down-to-earth advice for those looking to make small changes that can have a big impact. With witty, relatable prose, Salatin invites readers into his world to show that sustainable living is not only possible but incredibly rewarding – both for the environment and for ourselves. This book would be perfect for someone who wants learn how they can green their lifestyle without making too many drastic changes or sacrifices.
Pros :
- The book is well-written and easy to follow.
- It provides a wealth of practical advice for sustainable living.
- Salatin’s years of experience as a farmer offer unique insights into the topic.
Cons :
- The book can be repetitive at times.
- It does not contain a lot of images.
- The author’s perspective is biased towards organic farming
Learn more about the author
Joel Salatin is a self-taught farmer, author, and lecturer who has been called the “most famous farmer in America.” He owns and operates Polyface Inc., a pasture-based farm in Virginia’s Shenandoah Valley, which TIME magazine dubbed “the most ecological farm in the United States.” Salatin’s books include Folks, This Ain’t Normal; You Can Farm; Salad Bar Beef; Pastured Poultry Profits; The Sheer Joy of It All!
Reader Reviews
“Folks, This Ain’t Normal is an important manifesto for people who want to farm and live sustainably. It’s also a great read – funny, inspiring, and educational.”
“This book is fantastic! It makes me feel like I can do this too…even on a small scale. The author has so much knowledge and experience to share, it’s easy to understand the concepts he covers.”
“A book that is part of the solution, not just another call to action. After reading this, I feel like Joel and I are old friends sharing tips on how we can each make a difference in our own backyards.”
“Wonderful, commonsensical advice from an agricultural pioneer.”