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SapLover
02-23-2016, 09:39 PM
Just finished this, David Leff’s book is phenomenal – really well done. A wonderful read while you are boiling.

Maple Sugaring: Keeping It Real in New England by David K. Leff
10/10/2015 by ABH Leave a Comment
We celebrate David Leff’s new book, “Maple Sugaring: Keeping It Real in New England”.
About the book:
Maple Sugaring gives readers an intimate look at the art and science of America’s favorite sweet. These stories, told by real-life sugarmakers, reveal how this ancient industry has continued into the twenty-first century. Thanks to the newest technology, and patience, New England sugarmakers are still keeping it real. A former maple sugarmaker and board member of the Maple Syrup Producers’ Association of Connecticut, David Leff takes us on a journey into the very heart of New England’s character. Along the way he talks with the sugar gurus, who share their expertise, insights, and anecdotes about their experiences in the business. What makes maple sugaring such a beloved tradition? Is it marketing savvy, family tradition, or something deeper–and harder to tap? This book is for anyone with a sweet tooth who is curious about the science, or who simply enjoys a good story. Maple Sugaring is full of wisdom, quirky characters, and recipes.
About the author:
Leff, author of numerous essays and stories for the Hartford Courant and other periodicals, is former Deputy Commissioner, Connecticut Department of Environmental Protection. He has served as chairman of the Collinsville Historic District Commission, and as a volunteer firefighter, among other civic activities.

Sapling
02-24-2016, 06:47 AM
Thanks for posting this. Just ordered the book from Amazon where you can see quite a few pages as "samples." Looks great!

Woodsrover
02-24-2016, 07:05 AM
Read this book as well. Very interesting and fun.

valleyman
02-25-2016, 08:24 AM
Thanks SapLover!

ctjim
03-01-2016, 03:03 PM
I was wondering when this book was going to be published. I believe i might be in it as mr leff came to visit our small sugarhouse. Going to have to order up a copy.

SapLover
03-01-2016, 10:25 PM
Look no further.

It’s out!

http://www.amazon.com/Maple-Sugaring-Keeping-England-Garnet/dp/0819575690/ref=sr_1_2?ie=UTF8&qid=1456892649&sr=8-2&keywords=maple+sugaring

Woodsrover
03-02-2016, 04:44 AM
David Leff is having a book signing at the Hickory Stick Book Shop in Washington Depot starting at 2:00 this Saturday. Too bad I'll be boiling!

hodorskib
03-02-2016, 06:35 AM
About halfway through the book and it is a very nice read and well done. Different than most on the topic with a lot of different perspectives and local information.

Sapling
03-10-2016, 09:55 AM
I finished reading this in the sugar house last week. It's great. It captures the history, status, future, and culture of our obsession.

MichtonTree
03-10-2016, 09:38 PM
A great read !!!