Random Things Tours: The Almanac. A Seasonal Guide to 2024 by Lia Leendertz

I have no idea where time run this year. There are only two and a bit months left from 2023 and although everything went smoothly, I feel like there is so much I wanted to do - and obviously read - since January. Which means that all I can do is just to hope for a better time - and reading - management for the next year. 2024.

As a child, I remember finding in my aunties´ attic many almanacs. In the old times, they used to buy one - or even more - shortly before the end of the year in order to have some inspiration and maybe some useful reminders - about holidays and important events - about what will come. They were their way to set a bit of order in the unknown chaos of the months to come.

But those times are not actually so old and using the knowledge and wisdom of almanacs can be possible in our online world as well. Bristol-based award-winning garden and food writer Lia Leendertz dared to revive this old tradition offering a well seasoned Seasonal Guide to 2024. 

In full honesty, I was not sure what to expect from The Almanac but I am a curious person, especially when it comes to writing, any kind of writing. And it was really worth trying it. The Almanac not only has an outstanding graphic content, particularly the cover, but also has valuable information that can be freely used for the years to come. 

Each month is well structured, starting with the different holidays celebrated by different communities and religious groups, continuing with information about the rhythm of the moon, average temperature expected, what you can do in your garden and the recommended snacks of the month - with easy to follow directions. It does even has a song of the month that can help you celebrate the moment. 

The content is both informative and interesting, offering inspiration for anyone looking for a more nature-oriented life. It teaches the reader to make space in his or her life for more awereness for slow yet meaningful life.

A recommended guidance into the next year.

Rating: 5 stars

Disclaimer: Book offered as part of the book tour but the opinions are, as usual, my own