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Kingsolver moved family and flock from arid Arizona to a family farm in southern Appalachia. This book chronicles a year of their lives dedicated to eating only foods grown locally and in season. They have a large garden which provides their own meat. They even learn how to make cheese.
Her story is entertaining, educational and admirable. Kingsolver explores such topics as use of fossil fuel in transporting "exotic" foods, the losing battle in the use of pesticides, and fair trade. Interspersed with editorials from 19-year-old daughter Camille are recipes, weekly family menus, and humorous family stories. This year-long diary tackles important issues that make you think about what you eat and where it comes from.
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