Adventures In Contentment (1907)

Adventures in Contentment is a classic work of American literature written by Ray Stannard Baker and first published in 1907. The book is a memoir of Baker's decision to leave his successful career as a journalist and move with his wife and young son to a small farm in rural America. The book is divided into chapters that recount Baker's experiences as he learns to live a simpler life, cultivating his own food, caring for his animals, and building his own home. He also reflects on the joys and challenges of raising a family in a rural setting and the sense of contentment that comes from living a life close to nature. Throughout the book, Baker's writing is infused with a sense of wonder and appreciation for the beauty of the natural world. He also explores themes of self-sufficiency, community, and the importance of living a life that is true to one's values. Adventures in Contentment is a timeless work that continues to resonate with readers today. It is a celebration of the simple pleasures of life and a reminder that true happiness can be found in the most unexpected places.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.