I've been reading chicken books for years and written many reviews. So, it takes something different to get my interest in this category. What's different about this Chicken book? Well, it's nicely photographed, which has been done before. It's of nice quality for a soft cover, has those flaps you can use to keep your page when you lay it down. And it's well written. The portions which caught my eye, were those pertaining to chicken crafts. I've never seen such a nicely presented collection of crafts involving feathers (for jewelry and even card printing), eggs... which are used cleverly in every way, from tiny planters, to inking, to glueing designs on them for a special decoration. A hearty thumbs up on this section! Ah yes and then there is the culinary section... I was ready to yawn through another section on killing and preparing a chicken... but nope, this is dedicated to wonderful recipes involving eggs in Hollandaise sauce, Smoked salmon roulade, Pickled eggs and my favorite Hazelnut meringue roulade.. among others. To me, this book is worth it's spot on the shelf as a cook book. Yet "another" chicken book? I don't think so, it does touch on a few new things, which for me, is a pleasant surprise. I also give an "A" to those who illustrated this book so well... the photographs are nicely done also. At last, if you are indeed looking for a book on hatching, brooding and raising your own chickens, this book serves nicely in this capacity also... including a cursory section on ailments and treatments. Get it, you'll enjoy itRead full review
What a nice book. It is full of great information on chickens and their care, plus it has wonderful craft ideas for egg shells, feathers, and even recipes. This book is a great find and a wonderful addition to my small chicken book collection. If you are thinking of getting chickens....think about getting this book!
Making a Chicken coop as we speak. Great pictures too. Easy reading and book was in great condition. Looking forward to my first batch of eggs.
Very informative book. It really does have all you need to know about raising chickens. Easy to read & easy to look up information you need.
Another great book for information when just starting to raise backyard chickens. I highly recommend this book also if you are thinking about raising some chicks in your backyard.
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