The Shepherd's Life by James Rebanks
A Memoir of the Lake District
A lyrical memoir that traces a shepherd’s life in the English fells, blending personal family history with the seasonal rhythms of sheep farming and intimate knowledge of the land. It celebrates continuity of tradition, hardworking routines and a deep connection to place while confronting modern economic, political and cultural pressures that threaten rural life. Through vivid scenes of lambing, fell work and market days, the book argues for the value of stewardship, commonsense practice and rootedness.
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- Published
- 2015
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- British
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- 288 pages
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- English
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