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Native Life in a Vanishing Landscape

"A poignant and thought-provoking read described as 'a hymn of love' to author Patrick Laurie's native land."

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"What is this life, if full of care, we have no time to stand and stare.”

Native is described as ‘a hymn of love to his native land’. It’s an apt description for a wonderful book. Native transports the reader to a place and a way of life where Patrick Laurie, although thoroughly occupied running his farm in Galloway, makes the time, to stand, to stare, and to share with us the sights, sounds, smells and richness of his way of life.

From the cry of a lonesome curlew through to the incredible ruggedness of his Galloway cattle, from the warmth of Summer sun to the life-threatening weather of deepest winter, we learn what it is like to live a truly rural life. It’s not easy. The hours are long and the remuneration is minimal, but the rewards – for those who appreciate them – are immense.

A poignant and thought-provoking read, I loved it.

Matt Johnson

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