The Wisdom of Sheep and Other Animals – Observations from a family farm
Author Rosamund Young | First published 2023 | Faber | £14.99
From the bestselling author of The Secret Life of Cows, Rosamund Young brings readers into daily life on Kite’s Nest Farm, exploring unique bonds with the animals and nature. Told with simple prose that provides depth and comfort, the book, with a specific focus on sheep, challenges the perception that the ruminant has a lack of individuality. From caring for a fox cub during a night of bad weather to a shepherd’s dependence on leaders among a flock, the wisdom of sheep has largely flown under the radar until now.
With quotes and imagery dusted throughout, Young’s book has a pleasant, easy flow that will indulge the reader until the very end. Farmers will resonate with the special relationship held within the narrative while others will gain a new appreciation for life on-farm and the special bond between a farmer and their stock.
