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"Takes a look at how cows live on dairy farms. Readers learn what cows eat, where milk comes from, and many of the foods we eat that come from milk."--Provided by publisher.

A look at life on a dairy farm, describing how the cows are housed, fed, cared for and milked.

Traces a year of life on a small dairy farm in western Wisconsin where draft horses rather than modern machines do most of the farm work.

"An intimate memoir on the work and wonder of ranch life, critiquing the inhumane and environmentally destructive factory farm system and offering sustainable alternatives for ethical omnivores. Although there are nearly 100 million cattle in the United States, these animals are often ignored or dismissed. In Meditations with Cows, Shreve Stockton inspires a more reverential attitude toward these affectionate and intelligent creatures as she shares...

MaryJane Butters wants YOU to have a cow -- that "pet" cow you've always dreamed about. You know, that gorgeous beau-vine you've seen grazing outside your "cow"girl kitchen window. Of course, you've wondered what it would feel like to bring a bucket of fresh milk into your kitchen and turn it into butter, your own yogurt, sour cream, and artisan cheeses like Manchego and Brie. MaryJane's fifth book, Milk Cow Kitchen, is one part milk cow how-to, one...