Adopting an Abandoned Farm

With lively charm and wry humor, Adopting an Abandoned Farm by Kate Sanborn whisks listeners from Victorian parlors to the wide meadows of New England in a delightful rural memoir. Written in 1891, Sanborn’s essays trace her escape from hot‑house social life to the surprising rewards of renovating an old farmhouse, tending animals, and learning the rhythms of country living. Part practical guide, part social commentary, the audiobook mixes hands‑on anecdotes—auctions, buying a horse, starting a poultry venture—with affectionate sketches of pets, peacocks, and even local ghosts. Sanborn’s prose captures the pastoral texture of late 19th‑century Americana, celebrating seasonal work, neighborly quirks, and the quieter pleasures of simple labor while offering sly observations about urban manners and leisure. Her voice balances instruction with gentle humor, making the everyday feel vivid and worthwhile. Perfect for fans of memoir, historical nonfiction, and nature writing, this audiobook appeals to gardeners, animal lovers, and anyone craving a peaceful, old‑fashioned escape. Listen for practical wisdom, period charm, and a warm portrait of adopting country life as a deliberate and joyful choice.