Trading Paces

From Rat Race to Hen Run

Nonfiction, Science & Nature, Technology, Agriculture & Animal Husbandry, Biography & Memoir
Cover of the book Trading Paces by Michael Kelly, The O'Brien Press
View on Amazon View on AbeBooks View on Kobo View on B.Depository View on eBay View on Walmart
Author: Michael Kelly ISBN: 9781847175120
Publisher: The O'Brien Press Publication: November 16, 2012
Imprint: The O'Brien Press Language: English
Author: Michael Kelly
ISBN: 9781847175120
Publisher: The O'Brien Press
Publication: November 16, 2012
Imprint: The O'Brien Press
Language: English

Does this ring any bells? Mortgaged to the hilt, rising at 5.30 to commute across three counties to jobs in Dublin, fed-up, bleary-eyed and only in your thirties?

Michael Kelly and his wife were classic Celtic Cubs. Then they simplified, down-sized, opted out. Now they live happily in a leaky cottage in Dunmore East, their ties with the capital severed and their careers as corporate drones abandoned.

They grow vegetables and rear an ever-expanding coterie of animals: laying hens, a cock named Roger and pigs called Charlotte and Wilbur. And they don’t hate Mondays anymore!

This is an extremely humorous, thought provoking account of one couple’s discovery that there is an alternative to the consumer driven lifestyle.

As Michael Kelly describes the hilarious hazards of rural life as well as the advantages, he demonstrates how one brave decision can transform your life.

A funny and inspiring account of the ups and downs of letting go of the Tiger.

You can see Michael talking about the changes he has made to his life here (courtesy TV3):

You can also read about Michael's continuing adventures with rural life on his website www.michaelkelly.ie.

View on Amazon View on AbeBooks View on Kobo View on B.Depository View on eBay View on Walmart

Does this ring any bells? Mortgaged to the hilt, rising at 5.30 to commute across three counties to jobs in Dublin, fed-up, bleary-eyed and only in your thirties?

Michael Kelly and his wife were classic Celtic Cubs. Then they simplified, down-sized, opted out. Now they live happily in a leaky cottage in Dunmore East, their ties with the capital severed and their careers as corporate drones abandoned.

They grow vegetables and rear an ever-expanding coterie of animals: laying hens, a cock named Roger and pigs called Charlotte and Wilbur. And they don’t hate Mondays anymore!

This is an extremely humorous, thought provoking account of one couple’s discovery that there is an alternative to the consumer driven lifestyle.

As Michael Kelly describes the hilarious hazards of rural life as well as the advantages, he demonstrates how one brave decision can transform your life.

A funny and inspiring account of the ups and downs of letting go of the Tiger.

You can see Michael talking about the changes he has made to his life here (courtesy TV3):

You can also read about Michael's continuing adventures with rural life on his website www.michaelkelly.ie.

More books from The O'Brien Press

Cover of the book Blood Brother, Swan Sister by Michael Kelly
Cover of the book Fintan's Fifteen by Michael Kelly
Cover of the book More Stuff Irish People Love by Michael Kelly
Cover of the book The Stolen Village by Michael Kelly
Cover of the book The Cinnamon Tree by Michael Kelly
Cover of the book Rugby Rebel by Michael Kelly
Cover of the book The Witch in the Woods by Michael Kelly
Cover of the book Rebecca Rocks by Michael Kelly
Cover of the book The Redemption Factory by Michael Kelly
Cover of the book The Darkness of Bones by Michael Kelly
Cover of the book Michael O'Hanrahan by Michael Kelly
Cover of the book The Secret Gift by Michael Kelly
Cover of the book Milo and the Pirate Sisters by Michael Kelly
Cover of the book Rugby Flyer by Michael Kelly
Cover of the book The Wee Book of Irish Wit & Malarkey by Michael Kelly
We use our own "cookies" and third party cookies to improve services and to see statistical information. By using this website, you agree to our Privacy Policy