Beth Powning’s Home: Chronicle of a North Country Life is a lyrical, meditative exploration of place, identity, and belonging. Set in the maritime landscape of New Brunswick, Powning reflects on her personal journey of exploring her rural farm life, offering readers an intimate look at what it means to truly feel “at home.”
The strength of Home lies in its beautiful prose, which is rich with descriptions of the natural world. Powning brings the landscape to life, capturing the rhythm of the seasons and the quiet beauty of rural life. Her deep connection to nature is evident, and the way she writes about her surroundings evokes a sense of tranquility and awe. Powning’s descriptions of gardens, forests, and the changing skies immerse the reader in a world that feels both timeless and immediate.
We first met the author Beth in our review of The Sister’s Tale at https://canadiancookbooks.ca/the-sisters-tale/ as well as the photographer Beth of Hardy Apples found at https://canadiancookbooks.ca/hardy-apples-2/ Intrigued by the talent from this Maritime woman? Check out her other books at https://www.powning.com/beth/books/ I asked Beth to share a recipe with you and she provided her mom’s Chocolate Coffee Cookies found in our Recipe section. Get your kids and grandkids around the table on a blustery day and decorate the cookies…the perfect family activity. These cookies can be made any time of year…just change up the cookie cutters to match the occasion and you have a foolproof winner!
First published in 1996, Home: Chronicle of a North Country Life has been re-released in a beautiful new edition that casts Beth Powning as both an adventurer and a storyteller. She skillfully bridges the subtle divide between wilderness and home life, celebrating the intricate connections between nature and those who seek to immerse themselves in its beauty. The breathtaking photography alone transports you to the serene countryside of New Brunswick, evoking a sense of wonder and admiration. Order the book at https://www.powning.com/beth/books/ or enter to win a copy in our Giveaway section.
In Home, Beth Powning invites readers into her world with warmth and sincerity. It’s a book that will resonate with anyone who has ever sought to create a sense of belonging in their life. A beautiful Christmas gift for the nature lover on your list!
Contents and images used with permission by Goose Lane Editions https://gooselane.com/products/home and Beth Powning https://www.powning.com/
