Title
Seed To Dust: Life, Nature, And A Country Garden
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For Readers Of Late Migrations And H Is For Hawka Stunning Meditation On Gardening And The Wisdom Of Plants, That Rare Book That Will Appeal To Nonfiction Readers Everywhere. . . Candid, Tender, Thoughtful And Absorbing.Shelf Awareness (Starred Review)With Chapters. . . [That] Shimmer Like Lantern Slides, Lit With Luminous Imagery. . . Seed To Dust Is An Invitation To Read This World As Mr. Hamer Doeswith A Close Eye To What Changes, And What Does Not.The Wall Street Journalmarc Hamer Has Nurtured The Same 12Acre Garden In The Welsh Countryside For Over Two Decades. The Garden Is Vast And Intricate. Its Rarely Visited, And Only Hamer Knows Of Its Secrets. But Its Not His Garden. It Belongs To His Wealthy And Elegant Employer, Miss Cashmere. But The Garden Does Not Really Belong To Her, Either. As Hamer Writes, Like A Book, A Garden Belongs To Everyone Who Sees It.In Seed To Dust, Marc Hamer Paints A Beautiful Portrait Of The Garden That Belongs To Everyone. He Describes A Year In His Life As A Country Gardener, With Each Chapter Named For The Month Hes In. As He Works, He Muses On The Unusual Folklores Of His Beloved Plants. He Observes The Creatures Who Scurry And Hide From His Blade Or Rake. And He Reflects On His Own Life: Living Homeless As A Young Man, His Loving Relationship With His Wife And Children, Andnowfeeling The Effects Of Old Age On Body And Mind.As The Seasons Change, Hamer Also Reflects On The Changes He Has Observed In Miss Cashmeres Life From Afar: The Death Of Her Husband And The Departure Of Her Children From The Stately Home Where She Now Lives Alone. At The Books End, Hamers Connection To Miss Cashmere Changes Shape, And New Insights Into Relationships And The Beauty And Brutality Of Nature Emerge.Just Like All Good Books And Gardens, Seed To Dust Is Filled With Equal Parts Life And Death, Beauty And Decay, And Every Reader Will Find Something Different To Admire.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Q: What is the main theme of 'Seed to Dust'? A: 'Seed to Dust' explores the profound connection between life, nature, and gardening, reflecting on the wisdom of plants and the changing seasons.
- Q: Who is the author of 'Seed to Dust'? A: The author of 'Seed to Dust' is Marc Hamer, who has cultivated the same garden in the Welsh countryside for over two decades.
- Q: Is 'Seed to Dust' suitable for fans of gardening? A: 'Seed to Dust' is highly suitable for gardening enthusiasts, offering insights into the life of a gardener and the intricacies of a garden.
- Q: What type of book is 'Seed to Dust'? A: 'Seed to Dust' is a nonfiction book that combines memoir and meditation on nature, making it appealing to readers who enjoy reflective literature.
- Q: How many pages does 'Seed to Dust' have? A: 'Seed to Dust' consists of 416 pages, providing an in-depth exploration of gardening and personal reflection.
- Q: What is the binding type of 'Seed to Dust'? A: 'Seed to Dust' is available in hardcover, ensuring durability and a quality reading experience.
- Q: When was 'Seed to Dust' published? A: 'Seed to Dust' was published on May 4, 2021.
- Q: Does 'Seed to Dust' include personal stories from the author? A: Yes, 'Seed to Dust' includes personal anecdotes from Marc Hamer's life, including his experiences as a gardener and reflections on his family.
- Q: What writing style is used in 'Seed to Dust'? A: 'Seed to Dust' features a lyrical writing style, rich with imagery and thoughtful prose that invites readers to engage deeply with the text.
- Q: Can 'Seed to Dust' be read by those unfamiliar with gardening? A: 'Seed to Dust' is accessible to all readers, including those unfamiliar with gardening, as it focuses on universal themes of life, change, and connection to nature.