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How to Be Animal: A New History of What It Means to Be Human by Melanie Challenger

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3.0

Part reflection, part scientific overview on the animal nature of humans. Lovely read!
Holy Shit: Managing Manure to Save Mankind by Gene Logsdon

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3.0

Presents a variety of approaches to manure management. At times felt a bit drawn on, but overall an enjoyable, conversational read.
Uprooted: Recovering the Legacy of the Places We've Left Behind by Grace Olmstead

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3.0

Beautifully written reflection on place and what it means to belong to it.
Restoration Agriculture by Mark Shepard

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3.0

Great overview of the benefits and importance of a restoration approach to food production, as well as a healthy intro into the details of what it can look like across North America.
How to Tell Stories to Children by Silke Rose West, Joseph Sarosy

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5.0

Light, easy, endearing and fun read with a powerful message and actionable steps. I started practicing with my kids before I had even finished the book and it's already transformed my relationship with my kids in the most beautiful ways.

Highly, highly recommend.