Helen Whybrow's Salt Stones chronicles a year on a Vermont sheep farm, revealing the rhythms, challenges, and profound satisfactions of shepherding. More than a pastoral memoir, the book explores the intimate relationship between shepherd and flock, the cycles of birth and death, and the deep knowledge that comes from working closely with land and animals. Whybrow writes with honesty about the physical and emotional demands of agricultural life.

WHY WE PICKED IT: Because Whybrow shows that farming is not romantic escape but demanding, necessary work.

DETAILS: • Author: Helen Whybrow • Publisher: Milkweed Editions • Format: Hardcover • Publication Date: September 15, 2015 • ISBN: 9781571311627 • Ships direct from distributor in 3–7 business days