A Free Farmer, in a Free State: A Study of Rural Life and Industry, and Agricultural Politics in an Agricultural Country (Classic Reprint) - Softcover
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A look inside rural Holland with practical lessons for others who live off the land.
This concise study explores how Dutch farmers work the land, keep milk and crops thriving, and balance tradition with modern efficiency. It offers grounded observations rather than broad theory, helping readers understand rural life in a lively, real setting.
From the layout of farms near canals to the challenges of managing water in the Dunes, this volume shows how infrastructure, weather, and careful husbandry shape daily work. It also scales up from individual farms to the community and policy context, highlighting what makes Dutch agriculture both productive and resilient. The result is a clear, accessible portrait of work-as-life in a farming country that shares many concerns with readers who value practical farming wisdom and rural life.
- Accounts of farm layouts, manure distribution, and daily routines on North and South Holland estates
- Insights into water management, the Dunes, and how landscape features influence farming
- Observations on livestock care, veal production, and dairy farming practices
- Context on how rural life and agricultural policy intersect in a neighboring economy
Ideal for readers curious about rural life, farming practice, and the agricultural mindset across borders.
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Paperback. Condition: New. Print on Demand. This book delves into the rural life of The Netherlands, exploring the social, economic, and political conditions of Dutch farmers and laborers. The author, who spent significant time in the countryside, provides a first-hand account of farming practices, agricultural innovations, and the organization of the industry. The book also examines the broader historical and cultural context of Dutch agriculture, discussing how the country's unique geographical features and history have shaped its farming practices and the lives of its rural population. By analyzing the challenges and successes of Dutch agriculture, the author offers valuable insights into the importance of adapting to changing economic and environmental conditions, and the role of government and education in supporting rural communities. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item. Seller Inventory # 9781330162262_0
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