Have you heard of Frederick Hervey, the atheist Bishop of Derry who hated church bells? What about Samuel Boyce, the poet who couldn't afford trousers? Not even Mary Monckton, who once stole a live hedgehog from a dinner party? The Men Who Stare at Hens is a gentle meander down the byways and highways of Irish history, remembering the wonderful array of eccentrics that made their mark on their times.
DigiCat Publishing presents to you this special edition of "The History of the Hen Fever. A Humorous Record" by Geo. P. Burnham. DigiCat Publishing considers every written word to be a legacy of humankind. Every DigiCat book has been carefully reproduced for republishing in a new modern format. The books are available in print, as well as ebooks. DigiCat hopes you will treat this work with the acknowledgment and passion it deserves as a classic of world literature.
An immersive blend of chicken-keeping memoir and animal welfare reporting by a journalist who accidentally became obsessed with her flock. Since first domesticating the chicken thousands of years ago, humans have become exceptionally adept at raising them for food. Yet most people rarely interact with chickens or know much about them. In Under the Henfluence, culture reporter Tove Danovich explores the lives of these quirky, mysterious birds who stole her heart the moment her first box of chicks arrived at the post office. From a hatchery in Iowa to a chicken show in Ohio to a rooster rescue in Minnesota, Danovich interviews the people breeding, training, healing, and, most importantly, adoring chickens. With more than 26 billion chickens living on industrial farms around the world, they’re easy to dismiss as just another dinner ingredient. Yet Danovich’s reporting reveals the hidden cleverness, quiet sweetness, and irresistible personalities of these birds, as well as the complex human-chicken relationship that has evolved over centuries. This glimpse into the lives of backyard chickens doesn’t just help us to understand chickens better—it also casts light back on ourselves and what we’ve ignored throughout the explosive growth of industrial agriculture. Woven with delightful and sometimes heartbreaking anecdotes from Danovich’s own henhouse, Under the Henfluence proves that chickens are so much more than what they bring to the table.
Bett is a story of the triumphs of young black baby boomers bravery in the South to push forward during the fifties, sixties, and seventies. Bett is by no means meant to make the grandchildren of African Americans frown on their past or to make the grandchildren of white Americans feel guilty. The goal is to show our youth how a people with very little to work with overcame in spite of it.
This brilliant fifth and final book in the HEN NIGHT PROPHECIES series rounds them all up to reveal the bride's tale after she is told 'You will marry twice...'
Arthur Scott Bailey's 'The Tale of Henrietta Hen' is a charming children's book that follows the adventures of Henrietta, a curious and plucky hen who explores the barnyard in search of fun and mischief. Written in a simple yet engaging style, Bailey's book appeals to young readers with its gentle humor and relatable characters. The book is part of Bailey's 'Sleepy-Time Tales' series, known for its delightful stories that capture the imagination of children and impart valuable life lessons. 'The Tale of Henrietta Hen' provides a nostalgic look into the farmyard life of yesteryear, making it a timeless classic for young readers today. Arthur Scott Bailey, a prolific American author and naturalist, drew inspiration from his love of animals and nature to create endearing tales that have entertained generations of children. His deep connection to the natural world shines through in 'The Tale of Henrietta Hen,' as he brings the barnyard to life with vivid imagery and memorable characters. Readers of all ages will enjoy this delightful book for its whimsical storytelling and timeless charm, making it a must-read for anyone looking for a heartwarming story to share with their children or rediscover their love of classic children's literature.
