“Value is not made of money, but a tender balance of expectation and longing.”
Quote by Barbara Kingsolver
Work
Animal, Vegetable, Miracle: Our Year of Seasonal Eating
This book is a personal account of a family's journey towards a more sustainable and seasonal diet. The authors, a husband and wife team, document their experiences of growing, foraging, and purchasing food from local sources, reflecting on the challenges and rewards of this lifestyle change. more
Author
Barbara Kingsolver
Barbara Kingsolver is an American novelist known for her insightful social commentary and rich literary imagination. Her works often explore themes of environmental protection, social justice, and women's issues, and have gained widespread popularity. Born on April 8, 1955, in Arkansas, USA, Kingsolver grew up in Arkansas and Mexico, and later earned a BA in literature from Amherst College and an MA in comparative literature from Columbia University. more
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