tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2680664903011977089.post7123256860418616080..comments2023-07-10T01:43:24.380-07:00Comments on Urban Chickens Network blog: Urban Chickens picks on Flashlight Worthy Books!Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13767145783844206988noreply@blogger.comBlogger2125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2680664903011977089.post-27993955116848091392008-09-13T12:51:00.000-07:002008-09-13T12:51:00.000-07:00I like the book, Tending a Small-Scale Flock for P...I like the book, Tending a Small-Scale Flock for Pleasure and Profit. I think the writer is Sue Weaver.Danihttps://www.blogger.com/profile/04038703319667640641noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2680664903011977089.post-2492680215339209582008-09-10T11:37:00.000-07:002008-09-10T11:37:00.000-07:00My take:1. I have a soft spot for Barbara Kilarski...My take:<BR/><BR/>1. I have a soft spot for Barbara Kilarski's book because it's set in my hometown (Portland), but her book is a disaster when it comes to practical advice (in my humble opinion). It's really more of a memoir than a proper guide. What's more, she's extremely partisan. Right from the outset she writes off (pun intended) the idea of ever eating your chickens like it's some kind of sin. In short, it's a potentially fun read, but not a good impartial guide covering the basics in a well-research way.<BR/><BR/>2. Storey's Guide is not only not inapplicable to urban/backyard keepers, it's slightly outdated. It's probably the worst book in the whole Storey publishing line on animal husbandry.<BR/><BR/>Books you should add to your list:<BR/><BR/>* Living with Chickens. (Jay Rossier) Wonderful style, up to date and practical advice on all aspects of small flocks. Definitely my favorite introductory book on chickens. Plus, beautiful photos, a great list of further reading, and a forward from the American Poultry Association. <BR/><BR/>* How to Raise Chickens (Christine Heinrichs) A solid book, especially for people who might be interested in breeding. Unlike Rossier's book, it's got a lot of interesting history and breed info, but it also covers the basics well. This is the best alternative to the Storey's book on your list, since it works for larger flocks without leaving backyarders in the dust.<BR/><BR/>* Choosing and Keeping Chickens (Chris Graham) British, but still a delightful introductory book for backyard keepers.<BR/><BR/>* Storey's Illustrated Guide to Poultry Breeds. (Carol Ekarius) The best breed book on chickens, hands down.Steven Wallinghttps://www.blogger.com/profile/00700832436199142664noreply@blogger.com