Storey's Guide to Raising Chickens, 4th Edition

Gail Damerow's Storey's Guide to Raising Chickens is the book chicken keepers keep on the shelf. First published in 1995 and now in its fully revised 4th edition, it has earned a reputation as the most comprehensive and trusted reference in the hobby — required reading in poultry science courses and consistently recommended on every backyard chicken forum.

Whether you're setting up your first coop or troubleshooting a health issue in an established flock, this is the book that has the answer. 424 pages covering breed selection, coop design, feeding, egg production, health care, butchering, and flock management — with full-colour photos and anatomical illustrations throughout.