If you're a fan of heartwarming stories set in the idyllic countryside, you'll love these must-read fiction books about farm life. Whether you're seeking tales of resilience, love, or the bond between humans and animals, these novels will transport you to the charming world of farms and rural living. From classic literature to contemporary works, here are some recommendations that are sure to satisfy your literary cravings.
1. "Animal Farm" by George Orwell:
This allegorical novella is a classic in political fiction, exploring the events and power struggles of a farm where animals rebel against their human farmer. Orwell's insightful storytelling sheds light on the complexities of leadership and the corrupting nature of power.
2. "Charlotte's Web" by E.B. White:
A beloved children's book that can be enjoyed by readers of all ages, "Charlotte's Web" tells the endearing tale of a pig named Wilbur and his friendship with a wise spider named Charlotte. This timeless story teaches valuable lessons about friendship, selflessness, and the circle of life.
3. "The Forgotten Garden" by Kate Morton:
In this enchanting novel, Morton weaves together multiple generations and timelines as she unravels the mystery surrounding a forgotten garden hidden on a remote English estate. The story explores themes of family secrets, love, and the connection between people and their ancestral past.
4. "A Painted House" by John Grisham:
Renowned for his legal thrillers, Grisham showcases his versatility in this coming-of-age story set in rural Arkansas during the 1950s. Through the eyes of young Luke Chandler, readers witness the challenges and hardships faced by a cotton-farming family during the harvest season.
5. "Cold Sassy Tree" by Olive Ann Burns:
Set in a fictional Georgia town in the early 20th century, this novel paints a vivid picture of small-town life and the impact of societal change on a close-knit community. Filled with humor, love, and nostalgia, Burns' storytelling captures the essence of farm life in the American South.
For more farm-themed novels, consider exploring the works of authors like Laura Ingalls Wilder ("Little House on the Prairie"), Willa Cather ("O Pioneers!"), and Pearl S. Buck ("The Good Earth"). Additionally, websites like Goodreads and BookBub can provide personalized recommendations based on your reading preferences.
Remember, these books offer engaging narratives that not only capture the essence of farm life but also delve into universal themes of resilience, love, and the intricacies of human relationships. So grab a cozy blanket, settle into your favorite reading spot, and immerse yourself in the charm and beauty of farm life through the pages of these captivating works of fiction.
(Subscription free) The poorest Xiao family in the remote mountain valley used up all their savings to buy a scarred and thin mute wife, who was ridiculed as the ugliest daughter-in-law in the whole village. Unable to bear the poverty, the ugly daughter-in-law ran away and fell into the hands of evil people, who beat her to death. Opening her eyes again, she found herself in a dark and thin body with the soul of an assassin. She healed her scarred face, her dark skin gradually became fair, and even the mute voice spoke again, becoming the most beautiful daughter-in-law. People in the village said that the Xiao family was unlucky and avoided them like the plague. Besides being extremely poor, they lived in poverty, but fortunately, the husband adored his wife. The daughter-in-law led her husband to earn money, buy land, diligently plant crops, raise children, and become wealthy through their sweat and wisdom. (This book has a clean protagonist couple, volume V). In addition, I highly recommend my completed works "Adorable Wife and Superstar Baby" and "Assassin Abandoned Consort: The Poisonous Rebellion." My new book, "Reborn Wife's Counterattack," will soon be completed. Dear readers, go check it out!
191.69 Million words | 2022-08-06 09:47Update
Chen Xi looked at the soldier who effortlessly threw away a huge stone weighing hundreds of kilograms, speechless as she gazed at the sky. Was this really the end of the Eastern Han Dynasty? Lu Bu, armed with only a spear, broke through an army of thousands of men. It just doesn't seem scientifically possible. Zhao Zilong seemed to have the spirit of a dragon within him as he sliced through mountains with a single sword. Is he really human? Dian Wei alone protected Cao Cao, charging through enemy lines and effortlessly slaying thousands of cavalry. His combat prowess is off the charts! Something doesn't seem right here. Chen Xi absentmindedly touched her feather fan and waved it casually. Suddenly, a strong wind blew, and she sighed. "Is this mythology? I don't even feel normal myself."
1,865.52 Million words | 2022-09-02 03:08Update
Fang Xing transmigrated and brought two warehouses with him! While others bring with them an aura of dominance when they time travel, Fang Xing only wants to farm! "All I want is to live leisurely in this era!" Sitting with his beautiful wives and concubines, he also takes the opportunity to teach a few disciples, working hard to make them climb up, so they can be his support! But who would have thought that these disciples are somewhat unreliable, and it turns out they are...
599.09 Million words | 2022-02-16 02:39Update
Time travel is an interesting thing, but when Fang Jun found himself in the same name predecessor in the Tang Dynasty, who was emitting a shining green light, life suddenly felt not so good...
1,215.64 Million words | 2021-07-16 07:38Update
This is the story of a graduate student majoring in Ancient Chinese who has been repeatedly frustrated in his career. He goes back to the middle of the Ming Dynasty and ends up in the body of a young child in a rural village. With a reserved father and a fierce mother, and all kinds of troublesome relatives, the farmhouse is far from peaceful. Fortunately, our protagonist has thousands of years of historical accumulation, with a solid foundation in the Four Books, Five Classics, and the art of essay writing. Moreover, his expertise is well-suited to this era, and he can even perceive fate. Who says it is difficult for a poor family to produce an outstanding child? As the country's strength rises, the government maintains stability; however, there is lax law enforcement and bureaucratic inefficiency. There are a few treacherous officials and occasional pirate attacks, but overall, this is a fertile land where scholars and gentlemen can thrive freely. A legendary rise from a humble background begins here. With this story, I pay tribute to all the classic time-travel novels.
409.01 Million words | 2021-10-19 20:25Update
The end of the world, unexpectedly obtaining a game system as a lord, Tang Yu remains calm. Lack of experts? The tavern offers a ten consecutive draw that you deserve; Short of food? The market provides cheap food packages; Feeling unsafe? Archer towers, cannons, and mage towers, various automatic defense buildings are abundant; Lack of equipment? The workshop guarantees high-quality products. Would you like to have one? It's at a 9.8% discount! ... ... In short, this is the story of Lord Tang, who constructs his territory, battles little monsters, and incidentally earns some money. PS: An agricultural development, changing the world, starting from constructing territories. PSS: Recommendations, collections, and additions to the reading list for the new book are welcomed.╰(￣▽￣)╭
242.85 Million words | 2022-08-10 21:41Update
Su Ming, a university graduate, faced setbacks in finding a job. By a stroke of luck, he became a temporary worker at a zoo and unexpectedly gained the ability to communicate with and control animals, earning him the title of "Friend of Animals." The once desolate zoo transformed into a place like no other, just as Su Ming's life turned upside down. With mountains as his backing and water as his residence, he enjoyed the pleasures of a secluded paradise. He used soaring eagles and swimming fish as his eyes and ears, and tigers, leopards, and wolves obeyed his commands. In his free time, he explored the mysteries of the mountains and dived into the depths of the lake. During busy hours, he promoted the zoo's production and entrepreneurship. "Poachers found in the white rhinoceros habitat? What? Someone dares to have ill intentions towards my panda cub? Big Bear and Old Crocodile, take a few of your buddies and deal with it!" Su Ming snapped his fingers. Starting with animal protection, he aimed to make a difference! Wait a minute! Speaking of which, humans also seem to be a kind of animal... Come on, don't go, you girls, let brother protect you first!
197.68 Million words | 2023-03-21 01:45Update
Ruoji, a soon-to-be university student, was enjoying his last summer vacation before entering his final year of high school. However, his life took a drastic turn when he accepted an invitation from his gaming friend to become a player in the game "Rise of Civilization". This game not only entailed a war between worlds but also a fierce clash between civilizations! Witness how Ruoji leads his people on a path towards the most powerful empire, amidst the looming threats and intense competition on the battlefield of civilizations. (Book club members, feel free to have enjoyable and harmonious conversations!)
1,063.47 Million words | 2023-01-18 20:38Update
Song Qingyuan traveled through time and found herself with a lazy and idle father, as well as a messy and unhygienic mother. Her older brother was full of teenage angst, and her younger brother was a brat. Song Qingyuan felt immense pressure and thought about helping her parents change their ways. However, she realized that they were quite stubborn. Moving out was not an option either, as their house was infested. Watch how Song Qingyuan, amidst the incompetence of her family, manages to succeed in life and become prosperous. PS: This story follows a different trope from traditional farming novels. There will be no division or estrangement within the family. While achieving prosperity, Song Qingyuan also endeavors to transform the problematic relatives around her. Check out my new book
380.25 Million words | 2022-04-20 07:14Update
After the nuclear war, the world was in ruins. If you were lucky enough to survive, you would have to face the fear of hunger and disease, mad zombies that come out at night, and the strange mutants caused by radiation. But for Jiang Chen, this was heaven. There were mansions everywhere with no owners, abandoned luxury cars, and untouched gold and black technology. What? You used to be the CEO of a pre-war XXX game company specialized in planning A-level virtual reality online games? Alright, then work for me and develop mobile games. Will a daily wage of two buns be enough for you? iPhone? Ultra-thin? Look, my future technology company's phone is thinner than a condom, believe it or not? Aircraft carriers? Fighter jets? Oh, I also have those, but they can fly to space... Let's see how Jiang Chen, with the ability to freely shuttle between two worlds, builds an empire that spans the present and the post-apocalyptic world... Book fan group: [group name]
406.47 Million words | 2022-10-12 09:48Update
Cheng Yan originally thought that she had traveled to medieval Europe and became a glorious prince. But it seems that this world is not quite what she expected? Witches actually exist, and they truly possess magic? The Witch Farming Text, carry out farming to the end.
336.81 Million words | 2022-09-21 19:21Update
Being a stay-at-home dad is a noble profession, a pure profession, a moral profession, a profession that transcends low-level interests, and a profession that benefits the people! Li Yuanba's life in the Tang Dynasty began with being a stay-at-home dad!
232.66 Million words | 2021-02-03 09:04Update
Sean never believed that farming could change the world, but when faced with a self-sufficient world, he had no choice but to believe. Wait, something's not right. Before anything else, he had to make sure he could grow up safely and avoid all the bizarre ways of dying. Sometimes, a deadly threat could be as small as a mosquito. Then, he needed a piece of land where he could freely exercise his wisdom and grow wealth. But before that, he had to ensure that the land he owned was safe, free from ruthless bandits. Sean looked around and couldn't help but sigh, "I only wanted to climb to the pinnacle of magic, how did I inexplicably become a farmer?" ... PS: Let's shout our slogan together: "Our aim is the stars and the sea." "Cough, sorry, let's try again. Our aim is to farm to the end." QQ book club: [insert QQ book club ID]
445.45 Million words | 2021-03-05 02:01Update
To work, to entertain, but most importantly, to live a carefree and comfortable life. Surrounded by lofty mountains and snow-capped peaks, sailing on crystal clear waters, galloping freely on the grasslands, and exploring the depths of the forests, my territory boasts breathtaking scenery. Churches, schools, police stations; hospitals, communities, clubs, and a small government that needs to function. As the highest leader of the local area, I feel immense pressure. With the heart of a lord and several agricultural, pastoral, and forestry farms. Adorable and naive pets, and a capable group of subordinates. Warm spring breeze, bright summer nights, full moon in autumn, and clear winter snow. If there is heaven on earth, it must be in Sunset Town. Hello everyone, I am Wang Bo, the versatile mayor of Sunset Town, looking forward to your arrival!
300.89 Million words | 2022-11-16 05:31Update
In my previous life, I was betrayed and tragically died at the hands of a third party. But finally, I had a chance to be reborn. When I woke up, I found myself transformed into a little country girl with delicate hands and feet and a cute face. Facing my kind-hearted but weak-willed adoptive parents and the arrogant relatives of the in-law family, I clenched my little fists. I vowed to protect my loved ones from being bullied and lead a happy, hardworking, and prosperous life together. The book club is already full, so we've opened two additional groups. The group is called "Reborn Little Landlord" and we welcome all book club members to join. The password is the name of the author's works - "Weak Beauty".
321.15 Million words | 2020-12-06 17:23Update
An engineering graduate with a technological gem traveled back to ancient times. As a prince, he had no ambitions for power struggles or schemes. All he wanted was to peacefully cultivate his land, engage in industrial pursuits, and live a carefree life. PS: This is a lighthearted tale of farming.
243.23 Million words | 2021-09-22 07:12Update
Transmigrating as a baby, growing up with no one claiming kinship, only to find my childhood sweetheart waiting here for me! "Huang'er, you are the adopted daughter-in-law of the Ye family. Your eldest brother and second brother didn't marry you, but your cousin will!" Ye Zihao carried Ye Qinghuang on his back, brimming with joy. "From now on, I will only dote on you!" He was the youngest scholar in the village, taking her as his wife despite the reputation of being unfilial. He cherished her, spoilt her, and taught her to be a fearless and fierce wife, to deal with troublesome relatives. "Wife, that brat wants a sister, let's have more children to give him." Ye Zihao embraced the idea of spoiling his wife by continuously showering her with love every night.
351.50 Million words | 2021-08-30 18:12Update
Dong Yong became an immortal, Xu Xian slept with a demon, and Ning Caichen didn't let go of any ghosts. As a result, these three guys became the envy of men in the entire world. Cloud Nine could only shrug and say that the legend was too unreliable. Dong Yong was originally an immortal; Xu Xian was a reincarnated demon; and Ning Caichen had nothing to do with Nie Xiaoqian, who was actually busy making tea for herself. The tea house, where monsters guard the door and ghosts do odd jobs, features fairies playing the zither and demonesses dancing, with a female ghost on the side boiling water and making tea. The earthly beauties have no place to stand, while the customers are immortal and supernatural beings who spend their days researching how to have fun. Of course, there are also big demons studying how to devour other monsters and the loud ghost kings who are constantly bickering... Penguin Group, welcome everyone to indulge and discuss the plot, and you can choose to be a ghost or a demon...
20.39 Million words | 2022-12-14 22:53Update
In a great battle between deities and demons, countless low-level immortals perish. After the Winter Warms dies and opens her eyes again, she finds herself transported into a familiar novel. Next door is a scholar who will become a powerful noble in the future, and she is merely the neglected first wife who is exhausted from serving him. As a spirit of bamboo, Winter Warmth, who is naturally absent of emotions, declares: she won't do it for anyone but herself! Compared to the weak-hearted scholar, Winter Warmth prefers to live at the outskirts of the village, where a taciturn and strong man resides. This man is tall, sturdy, handsome, and possesses an aura that can nourish Winter Warmth's soul – a rare gem in the human realm. Winter Warmth: It's you! Strong man: Stay away from me!!! XD
138.99 Million words | 2022-05-26 06:31Update
The grand one, the heavens. As a result of a divine encounter in a dream in my youth, the young man embarked on the path of cultivation, seeking the truth with a determined heart... The depth of the sea, only the Kun fish knows; the height of the sky, only the Peng bird enlightens; the vastness of the world, only our myriad stars illuminate the heavens and myriad realms. Ascending the nine thousand li with the aid of the swirling winds, stirring the clouds in the nine celestial layers. Even mere ants have the aspiration to attain the supreme Dao!
456.03 Million words | 2020-12-16 05:26Update
In the chaotic city of Nolan Continent, there is a peculiar restaurant. Here, elves share tables with dwarves, orcs are strictly prohibited from making noise, dragons can only sit in the small square in front of the restaurant, and even demons need to bring their own special chairs... But despite its bizarre rules, this restaurant always has a long queue at its door. Elves indulge in skewers without caring about their manners, dragons sit around the hot pot holding ladles, demons eat adorable dumplings... "The cuisine here cannot be found in any other place on the continent! The owner is a genius!" a customer commented, then glanced discreetly in the direction of the entrance. "And don't even think about trying to kidnap the owner or dine and dash, or you'll meet a gruesome end." "Eat, pay, or else you'll be beaten to death," a lovely little girl paced at the entrance, her voice sugary sweet. Her gaze fell upon a towering dragon nearby, causing the dragon, measuring five to six meters in height, to shudder involuntarily.
529.20 Million words | 2020-11-11 22:22Update