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Author: Margaret Leigh Publisher: Birlinn Ltd ISBN: 0857902989 Category : History Languages : en Pages : 314
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In May 1933 Margaret Leigh took over the tenancy of Achnabo farm, in a beautiful corner of the West Highlands overlooking the isle of Skye. In this unsentimental yet exquisitely written book, she recounts a year of farming life there, from the burning of the land and ploughing in March, through planting and sowing in April to haymaking and harvesting in September. Incidental details – such as a visit to the smithy, the arrival of some new bulls and the annual journey of the cows to the summer shielings – provide fascinating insights into farming life. Local characters and customs feature too, adding another rich dimension to this reflective and poignant memoir of a world now vanished forever.
Author: Margaret Leigh Publisher: Birlinn Ltd ISBN: 0857902989 Category : History Languages : en Pages : 314
Book Description
In May 1933 Margaret Leigh took over the tenancy of Achnabo farm, in a beautiful corner of the West Highlands overlooking the isle of Skye. In this unsentimental yet exquisitely written book, she recounts a year of farming life there, from the burning of the land and ploughing in March, through planting and sowing in April to haymaking and harvesting in September. Incidental details – such as a visit to the smithy, the arrival of some new bulls and the annual journey of the cows to the summer shielings – provide fascinating insights into farming life. Local characters and customs feature too, adding another rich dimension to this reflective and poignant memoir of a world now vanished forever.
Author: Julia Sexton Publisher: Rowman & Littlefield ISBN: 149301059X Category : Cooking Languages : en Pages : 258
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Thousands of years before Hendrik Hudson sailed his Half Moon up to modern day Albany in 1609, the glaciers that once blanketed the Hudson Valley retreated to the Arctic. What the ice left in its wake was a soil so rich that, in global satellite images taken today, the trench of its path still shows up as a jet black streak. Lured by this soil’s fertility came the family farmers of the Hudson Valley, who, over time, learned to glean the finest products that the land could provide. Today the Hudson Valley is an area rich in history and art, antiques and architecture, charming towns, and farms that produce bountiful local produce. America’s history comes alive here as does its beauty. Naturally, Hudson Valley restaurants boast outstanding chefs with a deep and growing commitment to supporting local agriculture. Hudson Valley farmers and artisans fill out the menus with sustainable raised produce, meats, poultry, eggs, cheese, wine and other fine foods. It’s creative cuisine at its best With over 80 recipes for the home cook from the state’s most celebrated eateries and showcasing full-color photos featuring mouth-watering dishes, famous chefs, and lots of local flavor, Hudson Valley Chef’s Table is a feast for the eyes as well as the palate. The delicious dishes featured here are personal histories––stories of people and place. Each recipe, chef profile, and photo tells its part of the story and magic of the Hudson Valley.
Author: Margaret Leigh Publisher: Birlinn ISBN: 0857905929 Category : History Languages : en Pages : 186
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Driftwood and Tangle is a moving and poignant memoir of life in the north-west of Scotland just after the outbreak of the Second World War. Margaret Leigh recounts the years she spent in Wester Ross, Moidart, Coigeach and Barra as a crofter, an activity which enabled her to experience the land in all its moods and capture the essence of this remote and beautiful part of Scotland in finely crafted prose. In addition to her evocative description of the land itself, she also has much to say about the people who live there – their traditions and way of life which, at the time of writing, were under threat not only because of the inevitable march of 'progress' but also because of a war likely to engulf even this remote corner of Europe.
Author: Laurel Thatcher Ulrich Publisher: Vintage ISBN: 0307416860 Category : Social Science Languages : en Pages : 514
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They began their existence as everyday objects, but in the hands of award-winning historian Laurel Thatcher Ulrich, fourteen domestic items from preindustrial America–ranging from a linen tablecloth to an unfinished sock–relinquish their stories and offer profound insights into our history. In an age when even meals are rarely made from scratch, homespun easily acquires the glow of nostalgia. The objects Ulrich investigates unravel those simplified illusions, revealing important clues to the culture and people who made them. Ulrich uses an Indian basket to explore the uneasy coexistence of native and colonial Americans. A piece of silk embroidery reveals racial and class distinctions, and two old spinning wheels illuminate the connections between colonial cloth-making and war. Pulling these divergent threads together, Ulrich demonstrates how early Americans made, used, sold, and saved textiles in order to assert their identities, shape relationships, and create history.
Author: Rebecca Hagan Lee Publisher: Amber House Books ISBN: 1939541239 Category : Fiction Languages : en Pages : 328
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If you can’t borrow a bride, why not steal one? Spinster schoolmarm Mary Alexander is standing at the altar about to marry one of the wealthiest bankers in Cheyenne, Wyoming when her old nemesis Lee Kincaid comes racing up on his white horse to ask for her hand. What Mary doesn’t know is that the rogue Pinkerton agent with the broad shoulders and sparkling gray eyes is only seeking a bride to honor a friend’s dying wish. When Mary learns that Lee needs a mother for his adorable new ward, she agrees to marry him, but vows she will never succumb to his legendary charms. But Lee has other ideas, and as the brand new family travels to their new home, he decides to use those charms to coax Mary into trusting him with her life, her luscious body…and her heart. Book 3 of the BORROWED BRIDES Series, which includes Golden Chances, Harvest Moon and Something Borrowed
Author: Pat Wys Publisher: Martingale ISBN: 1604686537 Category : Crafts & Hobbies Languages : en Pages : 239
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If you think neutral fabrics are only for backgrounds and blending, you're in for a pleasant surprise. See what can happen when sophisticated taupes, warm browns, rich creams, and contemporary grays take center stage. Enjoy elegant pieced and appliquéd designs that redefine "neutrals" and open up new possibilities for black, white, gray, beige, and more Choose from 12 projects with timeless appeal, including quilts, pillows, a square table topper, and a mantel scarf Create stash-busting scrappy projects that can be used year-round, work in any home and with all decors, and make ideal gifts
Author: Gooseberry Patch Publisher: Rowman & Littlefield ISBN: 1620935228 Category : Cooking Languages : en Pages : 245
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A pot of country-style stew simmering on the stovetop, sips of warm cinnamon-spiced cider and the aroma of a golden turkey roasting in the oven...autumn has arrived, and it’s a glorious time! The season is filled to the brim with reasons to get together with family & friends, and no matter what the reason for getting together, a peek through the pages of Harvest Kitchen will inspire you! Slow-cooker dishes like BBQ Country Ribs and New England Chili are tasty dinners to come home to after treasure seeking at local barn sales, while End-Zone Layered Taco Dip is a sure game-day pleaser. Little Halloween princesses and pirates will love Spider Cakes and Hot Witches’ Brew, while Wild West Quesadillas are a pie-iron favorite for supper around the campfire. For Thanksgiving dinner, try Mom’s Caramel Sweet Potatoes and New England Wild Rice & Apples...they’ll be welcome alongside traditional favorites. And dress up day-after Thanksgiving turkey sandwiches with tangy Lemony Sage Mayonnaise. So come on...Join us in our Harvest Kitchen! 204 Recipes.
Author: Margaret Leigh
Author: Margaret Leigh
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Author: Margaret Leigh
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Author: Rebecca Hagan Lee
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