Book Description
For beginning gardeners and veteran green-thumbs-this uplifting collection of stories is filled with what every gardener knows-gardens fill lives with a special richness because they are a living reminder of the beauty in the world. Chicken Soup for the Gardener's Soul celebrates all the magic of gardening-the feeling of satisfaction that comes from creating something from nothing; the physical and spiritual renewal the earth provides; and the special moments shared with friends and family only nature can bestow. Written by hobbyists and celebrity gardeners, the stories relate the joys and challenges of gardening, with chapters on Blossoming Friendships, The Family Tree, Love in Bloom, The Seasons of Life, Overcoming Obstacles and Potpourri.

FROM OUR EDITORS

The Barnes & Noble Review
Chicken Soup for the Gardener's Soul? Wait: We already have Chicken Soup for adults, kids, teens, preteens, expectant mothers, Christian families, and cat owners. Not even the Maccabees make soup last this long, right?

Not so. Chicken Soup for the Gardener's Soul is as fresh as the first Chicken Soup books, and twice as fun. It includes cartoons, anecdotes, stories, and poems -- all focused on the pleasures of dirt and petal. Some stories are fabulous; some are touching. Some feature prose of surprising prettiness, like Anirban Gupta's description his citified patch: "a dainty little thing," he writes, "about the size of ten saris stretched out to dry on a hot summer day."

The stories differ, but every piece in this happy collection reflects on the importance of playing with the earth and the significance of creating beauty. As Dan Barker remarks in his essay: "People are always asking, 'What is the purpose of life?' That's easy. Relieve suffering. Create beauty. Make gardens." Chicken Soup for the Gardener's Soul will keep you company while you do. (Jesse Gale)

FROM THE PUBLISHER

Do you talk to your houseplants? Daydream about your tomato seedlings? Do you consider a beautiful bouquet the perfect remedy for life's little hiccups? Whether you're a master gardener, a struggling beginner, or someone who appreciates all things green, Chicken Soup for the Gardener's Soul will brighten your day and lift your spirit like the first crocus of spring.

Written by celebrity gardeners and hobbyists alike, this entertaining and inspiring collection of stories relays the rich rewards that gardening brings to life: how an offering from the garden can touch a loved one's heart; how the first bud of the season can provide hope for someone facing a dark time; and how a day spent in the garden with friends grows laughter, joy and lasting memories.