The late 1960s and early 70s were a period of turbulent

social and cultural change. Hundreds if not thousands of

young and idealistic long-haired hippies, homesteaders

and draft dodgers from all over North America left the

cities and made their way to rural Nova Scotia. Though

some didn’t last through the tough winters,those who did,

with the help of neighbors and like-minded friends, built

their own sustainable and creative lifestyles, which in turn

beneficially impacted the communities they settled in and

the province as a whole.  

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      “What started out as a modest interview with a

   couple of old back-to-the-lander friends somehow

   escalated into 50 or more interviews and five or

   six years of research, numerous trips all over the

   province that resulted in the book Far Out! and

   associated film projects.”  Author Chris Murphy

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  Far Out! is full of fascinating people with unique stories. The book is richly illustrated with period photographs and images by well-known artist Anna Syperek.  Videos created by Chris's brother, Peter Murphy of SeaBright Productions, give added insight into this fascinating immigration movement that

has flown largely under the radar until now.

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               "It is wonderful! Sat down to read a paragraph or two and I can't put it down. Photos

                and illustrations are a terrific addition to a much needed social history. It is so much

                more than a book about back to the landers. I need to buy more copies! Bravo!   A M

 

             

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