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A Handbook for Small Scale Egg Production

Author : Pedzisai Matimbe
Publisher : GRIN Verlag
ISBN 13 : 3668055378
Total Pages : 28 pages
Book Rating : 4.6/5 (68 download)

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Download or read book A Handbook for Small Scale Egg Production written by Pedzisai Matimbe and published by GRIN Verlag. This book was released on 2015-09-28 with total page 28 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Scientific Study from the year 2015 in the subject Instructor Plans: Agriculture / Forestry / Gardening, , language: English, abstract: This handbook provides useful information on how to keep layer hens profitably. It sheds light on factors to consider when selecting layer breeds, brooding and all critical management practices from day old up to marketing of eggs. Farmers need to grasp this hand book so that they will be able to produce a healthy flock. I recommend farmers to make use of this book without reservations because information and experience offered in this book is valuable. Farmers and inspired readers can make use of this hand book as a foundation to carry out researches as well as generating new ideas. Wish you the best of all luck in egg production.

Handbook of Poultry Science and Technology, Secondary Processing

Author : Isabel Guerrero-Legarreta
Publisher : John Wiley and Sons
ISBN 13 : 0470504463
Total Pages : 632 pages
Book Rating : 4.4/5 (75 download)

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Book Synopsis Handbook of Poultry Science and Technology, Secondary Processing by : Isabel Guerrero-Legarreta

Download or read book Handbook of Poultry Science and Technology, Secondary Processing written by Isabel Guerrero-Legarreta and published by John Wiley and Sons. This book was released on 2010-03-30 with total page 632 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A comprehensive reference for the poultry industry—Volume 2 describes poultry processing from raw meat to final retail products With an unparalleled level of coverage, the Handbook of Poultry Science and Technology provides an up-to-date and comprehensive reference on poultry processing. Volume 2: Secondary Processing covers processing poultry from raw meat to uncooked, cooked or semi-cooked retail products. It includes the scientific, technical, and engineering principles of poultry processing, methods and product categories, product manufacturing and attributes, and sanitation and safety. Volume 2: Secondary Processing is divided into seven parts: Secondary processing of poultry products—an overview Methods in processing poultry products—includes emulsions and gelations; breading and battering; mechanical deboning; marination, cooking, and curing; and non-meat ingredients Product manufacturing—includes canned poultry meat, turkey bacon and sausage, breaded product (nuggets), paste product (pâté), poultry ham, luncheon meat, processed functional egg products, and special dietary products for the elderly, the ill, children, and infants Product quality and sensory attributes—includes texture and tenderness, protein and poultry meat quality, flavors, color, handling refrigerated poultry, and more Engineering principles, operations, and equipment—includes processing equipment, thermal processing, packaging, and more Contaminants, pathogens, analysis, and quality assurance—includes microbial ecology and spoilage in poultry and poultry products; campylobacter; microbiology of ready-to-eat poultry products; and chemical and microbial analysis Safety systems in the United States—includes U.S. sanitation requirements, HACCP, U.S. enforcement tools and mechanisms

A Handbook for Small Scale Egg Production

Author : Pedzisai Matimbe
Publisher :
ISBN 13 : 9783668055384
Total Pages : 28 pages
Book Rating : 4.0/5 (553 download)

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Download or read book A Handbook for Small Scale Egg Production written by Pedzisai Matimbe and published by . This book was released on 2015-10-13 with total page 28 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Scientific Study from the year 2015 in the subject Instructor Plans: Agriculture / Forestry / Gardening, language: English, abstract: This handbook provides useful information on how to keep layer hens profitably. It sheds light on factors to consider when selecting layer breeds, brooding and all critical management practices from day old up to marketing of eggs. Farmers need to grasp this hand book so that they will be able to produce a healthy flock. I recommend farmers to make use of this book without reservations because information and experience offered in this book is valuable. Farmers and inspired readers can make use of this hand book as a foundation to carry out researches as well as generating new ideas. Wish you the best of all luck in egg production.

Commercial Chicken Meat and Egg Production

Author : Donald D. Bell
Publisher : Springer Science & Business Media
ISBN 13 : 1461508118
Total Pages : 1422 pages
Book Rating : 4.4/5 (615 download)

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Download or read book Commercial Chicken Meat and Egg Production written by Donald D. Bell and published by Springer Science & Business Media. This book was released on 2012-12-06 with total page 1422 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Commercial Chicken Meat and Egg Production is the 5th edition of a highly successful book first authored by Dr. Mack O. North in 1972, updated in 1978 and 1984. The 4th edition was co-authored with Donald D. Bell in 1990. The book has achieved international success as a reference for students and commercial poultry and egg producers in every major poultry producing country in the world. The 5th edition is essential reading for students preparing to enter the poultry industry, for owners and managers of existing poultry companies and for scientists who need a major source of scientifically based material on poultry management. In earlier editions, the authors emphasized the chicken and its management. The 5th edition, with the emphasis shifted to the commercial business of managing poultry, contains over 75% new material. The contributions of 14 new authors make this new edition the most comprehensive such book available. Since extensive references are made to the international aspects of poultry management, all data are presented in both the Imperial and Metric form. Over 300 tables and 250 photos and figures support 62 chapters of text. New areas include processing of poultry and eggs with thorough discussions of food safety and further processing. The business of maintaining poultry is discussed in chapters on economics, model production firms, the use of computers, and record keeping. Updated topics include: breeders and hatchery operations; broiler and layer flock management; replacement programs and management of replacements; nutrition; and flock health. New chapters address flock behavior, ventilation, waste management, egg quality and egg breakage. Other new features include a list of more than 400 references and a Master List of the tables, figures, manufacturers of equipment and supplies, research institutions, books and periodicals, breeders, and trade associations. Commercial growers will find the tables of data of particular interest; scientists will be able to utilize the extensive references and to relate their areas of interest to the commercial industry's applications; and students will find that the division of the book into 11 distinct sections, with multiple chapters in each, will make the text especially useful.

Small Scale Poultry Production: Technical Guide

Author : E B Sonaiya
Publisher : Daya Books
ISBN 13 : 9788170355021
Total Pages : 132 pages
Book Rating : 4.3/5 (55 download)

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Download or read book Small Scale Poultry Production: Technical Guide written by E B Sonaiya and published by Daya Books. This book was released on 2007 with total page 132 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This technical guide promotes sustainable small-scale, family based poultry production. It gives a comprehensive review of all aspects of small-scale poultry production in developing countries and includes sections on feeding and nutrition, housing, general husbandry and flock health. Regional differences in production practices are also described. The guide provides the technical and scientific building blocks needed to develop sustainable programmes for small-scale poultry production. It will be of practical value to those keeping or planning to keep poultry and as a valuable technical reference for poultry specialists, researchers, students and those interested in broader rural development issues. Contents Chapter 1: Introduction; Chapter 2: Species and Breeds; Chapter 3: Feed Resources; Chapter 4: General Management; Chapter 5: Incubation and Hatching; Chapter 6: Health; Chapter 7: Breed Improvement; Chapter 8: Production Economics; Chapter 9: Marketing; Chapter 10: Research and Development for Family Poultry.

Locally Laid

Author : Lucie B. Amundsen
Publisher : Penguin
ISBN 13 : 069840405X
Total Pages : 338 pages
Book Rating : 4.6/5 (984 download)

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Download or read book Locally Laid written by Lucie B. Amundsen and published by Penguin. This book was released on 2016-03-01 with total page 338 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: How a Midwestern family with no agriculture experience went from a few backyard chickens to a full-fledged farm—and discovered why local chicks are better. When Lucie Amundsen had a rare night out with her husband, she never imagined what he’d tell her over dinner—that his dream was to quit his office job (with benefits!) and start a commercial-scale pasture-raised egg farm. His entire agricultural experience consisted of raising five backyard hens, none of whom had yet laid a single egg. To create this pastured poultry ranch, the couple scrambles to acquire nearly two thousand chickens—all named Lola. These hens, purchased commercially, arrive bereft of basic chicken-y instincts, such as the evening urge to roost. The newbie farmers also deal with their own shortcomings, making for a failed inspection and intense struggles to keep livestock alive (much less laying) during a brutal winter. But with a heavy dose of humor, they learn to negotiate the highly stressed no-man’s-land known as Middle Agriculture. Amundsen sees firsthand how these midsized farms, situated between small-scale operations and mammoth factory farms, are vital to rebuilding America’s local food system. With an unexpected passion for this dubious enterprise, Amundsen shares a messy, wry, and entirely educational story of the unforeseen payoffs (and frequent pitfalls) of one couple’s ag adventure—and many, many hours spent wrangling chickens.

The Book of Eggs

Author : Mark E. Hauber
Publisher : University of Chicago Press
ISBN 13 : 022605781X
Total Pages : 657 pages
Book Rating : 4.2/5 (26 download)

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Download or read book The Book of Eggs written by Mark E. Hauber and published by University of Chicago Press. This book was released on 2014-08-01 with total page 657 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: From the brilliantly green and glossy eggs of the Elegant Crested Tinamou—said to be among the most beautiful in the world—to the small brown eggs of the house sparrow that makes its nest in a lamppost and the uniformly brown or white chickens’ eggs found by the dozen in any corner grocery, birds’ eggs have inspired countless biologists, ecologists, and ornithologists, as well as artists, from John James Audubon to the contemporary photographer Rosamond Purcell. For scientists, these vibrant vessels are the source of an array of interesting topics, from the factors responsible for egg coloration to the curious practice of “brood parasitism,” in which the eggs of cuckoos mimic those of other bird species in order to be cunningly concealed among the clutches of unsuspecting foster parents. The Book of Eggs introduces readers to eggs from six hundred species—some endangered or extinct—from around the world and housed mostly at Chicago’s Field Museum of Natural History. Organized by habitat and taxonomy, the entries include newly commissioned photographs that reproduce each egg in full color and at actual size, as well as distribution maps and drawings and descriptions of the birds and their nests where the eggs are kept warm. Birds’ eggs are some of the most colorful and variable natural products in the wild, and each entry is also accompanied by a brief description that includes evolutionary explanations for the wide variety of colors and patterns, from camouflage designed to protect against predation, to thermoregulatory adaptations, to adjustments for the circumstances of a particular habitat or season. Throughout the book are fascinating facts to pique the curiosity of binocular-toting birdwatchers and budding amateurs alike. Female mallards, for instance, invest more energy to produce larger eggs when faced with the genetic windfall of an attractive mate. Some seabirds, like the cliff-dwelling guillemot, have adapted to produce long, pointed eggs, whose uneven weight distribution prevents them from rolling off rocky ledges into the sea. A visually stunning and scientifically engaging guide to six hundred of the most intriguing eggs, from the pea-sized progeny of the smallest of hummingbirds to the eggs of the largest living bird, the ostrich, which can weigh up to five pounds, The Book of Eggs offers readers a rare, up-close look at these remarkable forms of animal life.

Poultry Production in the Tropics

Author : Ugochukwu ADINDU
Publisher :
ISBN 13 : 9781718022485
Total Pages : 239 pages
Book Rating : 4.0/5 (224 download)

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Download or read book Poultry Production in the Tropics written by Ugochukwu ADINDU and published by . This book was released on 2018-08-02 with total page 239 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This book has been extensively prepared for poultry farmers in the tropical regions of Africa and Asia, although a little emphasis was made considering the Nigerian socio-economic and agro-climatic conditions. Small scale farmers make up over 80% of the total output realised from meat and egg production in the tropics, therefore this book was prepared having them in mind. Familiar topics and some terminologies have been well explained for the benefits of poultry lovers who are interested in going into poultry production but lack the "technical know-how". Students of Animal production in tertiary institutions are not left out as this book covers the academic curriculum for undergraduates. Veterinarians, Poultry researchers and consultants will find this book invaluable as the information therein is solid and up to date as regards to the current trend in poultry production. This book is written based on the author's knowledge on poultry farming and the knowledge of various scholars, researchers, farmers and poultry breeders in Africa, India and Great Britain. The following topics have been exhaustively treated 1. Breeds of the domestic fowl2. Incubation and hatching management 3. Poultry housing and equipment4. Poultry brooding (management of day old chicks)5. Management of growers, layers, breeders and broilers6. Poultry nutrition7. Poultry feeds and feeding (including feed formulation) 8. Poultry diseases: prevention and control 9. Processing and preservation of poultry products 10. Poultry economics (how to start poultry farming/financial implication)11. Poultry farm records.

The UFAW Handbook on the Care and Management of Laboratory and Other Research Animals

Author : Huw Golledge
Publisher : John Wiley & Sons
ISBN 13 : 1119555248
Total Pages : 1044 pages
Book Rating : 4.1/5 (195 download)

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Download or read book The UFAW Handbook on the Care and Management of Laboratory and Other Research Animals written by Huw Golledge and published by John Wiley & Sons. This book was released on 2024-04-15 with total page 1044 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The UFAW Handbook on The Care and Management of Laboratory and Other Research Animals The latest edition of the seminal reference on the care and management of laboratory and research animals The newly revised ninth edition of The UFAW Handbook on the Care and Management of Laboratory and Other Research Animals delivers an up-to-date and authoritative exploration on worldwide developments, current thinking, and best practices in the field of laboratory animal welfare science and technology. The gold standard in laboratory and captive animal care and management references, this latest edition continues the series’ tradition of excellence by including brand-new chapters on ethical review, the care of aged animals, and fresh guidance on the care of mole rats, corvids, zebrafish, and decapods. The book offers introductory chapters covering a variety of areas of laboratory animal use, as well as chapters on the management and care of over 30 different taxa of animals commonly utilised in scientific procedures and research around the world. It also provides: A thorough introduction to the design of animal experiments, laboratory animal genetics, and the phenotyping of genetically modified mice Comprehensive explorations of animal welfare assessment and the ethical review process Practical discussions of legislation and oversight of the conduct of research using animals from a global perspective In-depth examinations of the planning, design, and construction of efficient animal facilities, special housing arrangements, and nutrition, feeding, and animal welfare The UFAW Handbook on the Care and Management of Laboratory and Other Research Animals Ninth Edition is essential for laboratory animal scientists, veterinarians, animal care staff, animal care regulatory authorities, legislators, and professionals working in animal welfare non-governmental organizations.

Text Book Of Applied Zoology

Author : P.V. Jabde
Publisher : Discovery Publishing House
ISBN 13 : 9788171419708
Total Pages : 510 pages
Book Rating : 4.4/5 (197 download)

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Download or read book Text Book Of Applied Zoology written by P.V. Jabde and published by Discovery Publishing House. This book was released on 2008-02 with total page 510 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Contents: Introduction, Vermiculture, Apiculture, Sericulture, Lac Insect and Lac Culture, Agricultural Pests and their Control.

Marketing Eggs

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Publisher :
ISBN 13 :
Total Pages : 52 pages
Book Rating : 4.3/5 ( download)

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Download or read book Marketing Eggs written by and published by . This book was released on 1957 with total page 52 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:

The Small-Scale Poultry Flock, Revised Edition

Author : Harvey Ussery
Publisher : Chelsea Green Publishing
ISBN 13 : 1645021025
Total Pages : 663 pages
Book Rating : 4.6/5 (45 download)

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Download or read book The Small-Scale Poultry Flock, Revised Edition written by Harvey Ussery and published by Chelsea Green Publishing. This book was released on 2022-11-01 with total page 663 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The most comprehensive book on how to raise and breed your own poultry flock is now fully updated and expanded “The ultimate book for those who want to know everything there is to know about raising poultry.”—Gene Logsdon, author of Letter to a Young Farmer “There’s no better introductory reference on the joy of home-raising chickens.”—Booklist The first edition of The Small-Scale Poultry Flock helped thousands of small-scale farmers and homesteaders successfully adopt a practical and integrative model for working with chickens and other domestic fowl based on natural systems. In this expanded and thoroughly revised edition, readers will find plenty of all-new material. Author Harvey Ussery introduces readers to his new favorite breed of chicken, Icelandics; describes how he manages his breeding flock using a clan mating system; presents detailed information on the use of trapnests and record-keeping spreadsheets for evaluating breeding hen performance; and provides step-by-step instructions for construction of an ingeniously designed mobile poultry shelter. Readers will also find fully updated information and tips on all aspects of flock management, including: Growing (and sourcing) feed on a small scale Cultivating earthworms and grubs as high-protein poultry feed Brooding (and breeding) at home Implementing manure management Using electric net fencing for ranging flocks Using poultry as insect and weed managers in the garden and orchard Enlisting your chickens as garden tillers and compost-makers Protecting the flock from predators Keeping the flock healthy Working with mother hens Ussery presents a sustainable and ecologically friendly model that can be adapted for use at a variety of scales. His advice and examples throughout the book will prove invaluable for beginner homesteaders, growers looking to incorporate poultry into their farm, or experienced flocksters seeking to close their loop.

Storey's Guide to Raising Chickens

Author : Gail Damerow
Publisher : Storey Publishing
ISBN 13 : 158017325X
Total Pages : 494 pages
Book Rating : 4.5/5 (81 download)

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Download or read book Storey's Guide to Raising Chickens written by Gail Damerow and published by Storey Publishing. This book was released on 1995-01-01 with total page 494 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Expert advice on selecting breeds, caring for chicks, producing eggs, raising broilers, feeding, troubleshooting, and much more.

The Plymouth Rock Chicken Handbook

Author : Barrett Williams
Publisher : Barrett Williams
ISBN 13 :
Total Pages : 77 pages
Book Rating : 4./5 ( download)

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Download or read book The Plymouth Rock Chicken Handbook written by Barrett Williams and published by Barrett Williams. This book was released on 2024-05-01 with total page 77 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Step into the world of Plymouth Rock Chickens with the ultimate e-guide for poultry enthusiasts and aspiring chicken keepers! "The Plymouth Rock Chicken Handbook" is your comprehensive companion to embracing the intricacies and joys of raising this beloved breed. From the whisper of feathers to the cluck of contentment, discover the rich history and origin of these charming birds that have captivated farmers and backyard hobbyists alike. Delve deep into the breed's characteristics, and marvel at the vibrant tapestry of recognized colors as you journey through the myriad of varieties. Embark on a fulfilling venture as you learn the dual-purpose strengths of Plymouth Rocks, excelling in both egg and meat production. Equip yourself with the knowledge to handpick the right birds that align with your goals, and transform your chicken coop from a mere structure into a nurturing home. Nutrition is the cornerstone of poultry care, and our handbook unravels feeding regimens designed to optimize the health and vigor of your flock. As the seasons change, so do the needs of your chickens—gain insight into seasonal care, understanding the clucks and crows of your feathered friends translating their behavior into comprehensive flock management strategies. Peer into the realm of holistic health for your Plymouth Rocks with preventative measures against common health issues and a deep-dive into the intricacies of parasite control. Breeding aficionados will be thrilled with our detailed coverage on selecting breeding stock and the smitten pleasure of incubation and hatching. Shaping champions is an art form; our handbook prepares you for the show ring, enhancing your birds for exhibition in adherence to prime show standards. Embrace sustainability through chapters dedicated to organic feeding, pasture management, and innovative strategies for the eco-conscious keeper. Marketing your Plymouth Rock products can be as rewarding as raising them; tap into strategies for selling eggs, meat, and breeders, and become a beacon of success in the community. The handbook also extends beyond the pages, guiding you to associations and online resources that will enrich your journey. For the forward-thinkers, ponder the future of the Plymouth Rock breed with discussions on conservation, genetic diversity, and the horizon of poultry research. This handbook is not just a book; it's a reservoir of inspiring case studies, and a trove of appendices providing you resources for a thriving poultry practice. Unlock the secrets to a bountiful and fulfilling poultry passion with "The Plymouth Rock Chicken Handbook," where every chapter is a stepping stone to becoming a seasoned Plymouth Rock guardian. Your adventure awaits!

Principles and Practices of Small- and Medium-scale Fruit Juice Processing

Author : Richard Pierce Bates
Publisher : Food & Agriculture Org.
ISBN 13 : 9789251046616
Total Pages : 242 pages
Book Rating : 4.0/5 (466 download)

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Download or read book Principles and Practices of Small- and Medium-scale Fruit Juice Processing written by Richard Pierce Bates and published by Food & Agriculture Org.. This book was released on 2001 with total page 242 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: While large-scale juice processing is the subject of many textbooks, this publication aims at the gap in information regarding juice processing at the small-and medium-scale agro-industry level. It presents technical and economic information designed to address issues affecting medium-size juice processors in developing countries.

American Agriculturist

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ISBN 13 :
Total Pages : 808 pages
Book Rating : 4.3/5 (126 download)

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Download or read book American Agriculturist written by and published by . This book was released on 1912 with total page 808 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:

Big Book of Self-Reliant Living

Author : Walter Szykitka
Publisher : Rowman & Littlefield
ISBN 13 : 1461746728
Total Pages : 641 pages
Book Rating : 4.4/5 (617 download)

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Download or read book Big Book of Self-Reliant Living written by Walter Szykitka and published by Rowman & Littlefield. This book was released on 2009-10-14 with total page 641 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Rural homesteaders and urban apartment-dwellers alike will find a mother lode of practical information packed into this completely revised and updated edition of the ultimate how-to handbook for all generations. A selective compendium of public-domain documents, it brings together in one volume a wealth of knowledge and useful instruction on just about every imaginable aspect of self-sufficiency—from building a dwelling and growing food to raising children, using tools of all kinds, and, yes, getting more mileage out of your car. Readers will learn how to: build a greenhouse; administer first aid; stock an emergency shelter; survive in the wilderness, at sea, and in the city; plant, buy farmland; grow plants indoors and out; read architect’s drawings; care for household pets; repair clothing; hunt, trap, and fish; repair a screen or leaking faucet; butcher and store big-game kill; relieve allergy symptoms; control insects; stay safe during storms and floods; can and freeze fruits and vegetables; take your own blood pressure; and much, much more! Praise for a previous edition: “How we have survived this long without [this book], I don’t know. The concept is brilliant and simple. . . . If we had lived in a rural community a century ago, much of the knowledge gathered here would have been in our bones.” —Harper’s