By land and by sea, these new nonfiction books will carry you away
Briefly

Helen Whybrow's memoir, The Salt Stones, describes her life as a shepherd on Knoll Farm in Vermont, where she manages a flock of 90 Icelandic sheep. Whybrow reflects on the physical labor involved in farming, revealing insights about the natural world and the delicate balance between beauty and danger. Vivid descriptions highlight the environment, from the vibrant spring meadows to the lurking threats posed by parasites. Through her narrative, she captures her experiences of connection with nature and family, specifically moments with her daughter, Wren.
Whybrow's close observations of her working life as a shepherd show the interconnectedness of nature, highlighting both beauty and danger, from vibrant meadows to deadly parasites.
As Whybrow walks with her daughter in the dew-drenched meadow, she reflects on the coexistence of joy and peril in nature, symbolized by the tiny shepherd's purse and harmful snails.
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