A poetic account of how one woman turned her passion into community both above and below ground.
Kids and adults alike will be inspired by this beautifully illustrated recounting of her flavor-filled journey.
—Em Shipman, KidsGardening.org
“While championing female farmers, this sumptuous book also celebrates discovery and good taste.”—Kirkus Reviews
FARMER EVA’S GREEN GARDEN LIFE
written by Jacqueline Briggs Martin and illustrated by Christy Hale
Readers to Eaters
A picture book biography about the pioneering woman farmer who founded Eva's Garden in South Dartmouth, Massachusetts more than 50 years ago and continues to introduce culinary herbs, greens, flowers, and wild foraged goods to Boston area chefs and eaters. She experiments with wild edibles and parts of plants that are not well known, and is exploring the microbes that make growing and eating healthier for humans and our planet. With an Afterword from Eva, Author's Note, Back Matter and Resource page. The fifth book of author Jacqueline Briggs Martin's award winning "Food Heroes" series.
Coming June 2024!
