'One of those enthusiasts whose enthusiasm is hard to resist . . . Always beguiling' Daily Mail

'Hugely inspiring even when it is most bonkers' Sarah Bakewell, New Statesman

'A combination of almanac, commonplace book and diary, this is a tasty oddity . . . Richly entertaining' Independent

As the pandemic has caused us all to re-evaluate our lives, becoming more self-reliant and dwelling in closer harmony with nature have emerged as important priorities. Many of us have decided to up sticks and leave the city behind for a less frenetic existence in the country. Whether you've already made your move, or are dreaming of doing so one day, this is the book for you.

Covering beekeeping, poultry rearing, pig farming, bread-making, wood-chopping, fire-laying, bartering and much more, How to Live in the Country is the perfect source of inspiration for old hand and beginners alike: useful, informative but also refreshingly honest and realistic.

Tom Hodgkinson draws on the wisdom of an eclectic range of thinkers and writers as he guides us through each month of the year, giving lists of tasks for both garden and animal husbandry, offering tips and shortcuts, and weaving in stories about his own experience of raising a young family in rural Devon.

A pocket-sized seasonal guide to country life from the Sunday Times bestselling author of How to be Idle, featuring a foreword by Dominic West

About the Author

Tom Hodgkinson is the founder and editor of the Idler and the author of bestselling books including How to be Idle, How to be Free, The Idle Parent and Business for Bohemians. In 2014, after more than a decade in rural Devon, he and his wife Victoria Hull returned to London and established the Idler Academy, which hosts literary events and offers online courses in academic and practical subjects including philosophy, calligraphy, music, business skills, English grammar, public speaking, dancing, drawing and self-defence.

Reviews

• 'One of those enthusiasts whose enthusiasm is hard to resist . . . Always beguiling' Daily Mail
• 'Hugely inspiring even when it is most bonkers' Sarah Bakewell, New Statesman
• 'A combination of almanac, commonplace book and diary, this is a tasty oddity . . . Richly entertaining' Independent
• 'Every gardener and allotment holder should have a copy. It's packed with good advice' Virginia Ironside, The Oldie
• 'A delightful read. Share in the exuberant joys and comic misfortunes of an eccentric who has made up his mind about the existence he wants to lead, and has gone ahead and lived it' Mail on Sunday

Book Information
ISBN 9781800180987
Author Tom Hodgkinson
Format Hardback
Page Count 304
Imprint Unbound
Publisher Unbound