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A review by wildflowerfieldsforever
Folks, This Ain't Normal: A Farmer's Advice for Happier Hens, Healthier People, and a Better World by Joel Salatin
3.0
I have mixed feelings about this book... The thing is, I agree with most of what Salatin says. I've always enjoyed his outlook, but this is the first time I've read one of his books. I also understand where Salatin is coming from and I think that helps put a clearer lens on how he reacts to what he deems not "normal". However, I almost started a drinking game for every time he suggested a household "get rid of the parakeets and get a couple chickens. They're less messy and more useful". Chickens! Inside! oh my.
He does go through some of the outrageous hoops he has jumped through throughout the years to maintain his farm the way he finds most useful and productive. It's easy to see where and how he becomes disgruntled. And, again, I don't necessarily disagree with him; however, I also understand how this book won't be for some people as he does come across as prickly. It doesn't feel like there is much middle ground with Sataltin on many of his points.
Among other things, the book did reignite a desire in me to begin composting my kitchen scraps and waste. And maybe finally get a couple chickens. Someday. Outside. I'm not giving up my parakeets, though.
He does go through some of the outrageous hoops he has jumped through throughout the years to maintain his farm the way he finds most useful and productive. It's easy to see where and how he becomes disgruntled. And, again, I don't necessarily disagree with him; however, I also understand how this book won't be for some people as he does come across as prickly. It doesn't feel like there is much middle ground with Sataltin on many of his points.
Among other things, the book did reignite a desire in me to begin composting my kitchen scraps and waste. And maybe finally get a couple chickens. Someday. Outside. I'm not giving up my parakeets, though.