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Book Synopsis: A colorfully illustrated round of the season in the garden of the best-selling novelist, memoirist, and champion putterer with a wheelbarrow On the perimeter of Israel’s Jezreel Valley, with the Carmel mountains rising up in the west, Meir Shalev has a beloved garden, “neither neatly organized nor well kept,” as he cheerfully explains. Often covered in mud and scrapes, Shalev cultivates both nomadic plants and “house dwellers,” using his own quirky techniques. He extolls the virtues of the lemon tree, rescues a precious variety of purple snapdragon from the Jerusalem–Tel Aviv highway, and does battle with a saboteur mole rat. He even gives us his superior private recipe for curing olives. Informed by Shalev’s literary sensibility, his sometime riotous humor, and his deep curiosity about the land, My Wild Garden abounds with appreciation for the joy of living, quite literally, on Earth. Our borrowed time on any particular patch of it is enhanced, the author reminds us, by our honest, respectful dealings with all manner of beings who inhabit it with us.
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Welcome to the enchanting world of My Wild Garden: Notes from a Writer's Eden! Immerse yourself in the exquisite surroundings of Meir Shalev's garden, nestled in Israel's picturesque Jezreel Valley. With the majestic Carmel mountains as a backdrop, Shalev's garden is a testament to his passion for both nomadic plants and delightful "house dwellers."
In this captivating book, Shalev shares his unconventional gardening techniques, which have led to the flourishing of vibrant flora and fauna under his care. Whether it's extolling the virtues of the magnificent lemon tree or rescuing a rare purple snapdragon from the busy Jerusalem-Tel Aviv highway, Shalev's adventures are filled with heartwarming anecdotes and hilarious escapades.
But My Wild Garden offers more than just anecdotes and humor. By delving into the author's literary sensibility and profound curiosity about the land, this book provides a unique perspective on the joy of living harmoniously with nature. Shalev reminds us of the preciousness of our time on Earth and how it is enriched by our authentic and respectful relationships with the myriad of beings who share this planet with us.
If you're ready to embark on a whimsical journey through the beauty and unpredictability of nature, look no further than My Wild Garden: Notes from a Writer's Eden. Shalev's expert storytelling, combined with stunning illustrations, will transport you to a world where gardens are not simply orderly paradises but spaces bursting with life, magic, and infinite wonder.
Get ready to be enchanted, inspired, and enlightened. Immerse yourself in My Wild Garden today and discover the joy of cultivating your own Eden.
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