Description: His incredible interviews with seed savers--predominately eastern Kentuckians, who for generations have worked tirelessly to preserve and share heirloom varieties to feed their families--vividly document the social relevance and historical significance of the rituals of sowing, cultivating, eating, saving, and sharing.
Brief description: Bill Best, professor emeritus from Berea College, is a Madison County, Kentucky, farmer and one of the charter members of the Lexington Farmers' Market. Widely known as a saver, collector, and grower of heirloom beans and tomatoes, he is the author of Saving Seeds, Preserving Taste: Heirloom Seed Savers in Appalachia.
Review Quotes:
This book delves into how our ancestors saved seeds and gives tips on how you can save yours. Filled with interesting personal stories--from master gardeners to just home gardeners who saved seeds--it is an inspiring read.
-- "Kentucky Monthly"