Jim Guttau is Contributing Writer for Book, Lost Lessons from Life on the Farm

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Jim Guttau, a Denver-based publicist, has announced that he is a contributing writer for the book, Lost Lessons from Life on the Farm. Guttau wrote a chapter, entitled “A 4-H Education,” highlighting his upbringing in rural Iowa, along with valuable lessons learned from that time.

The book was compiled by Editor Gregory Bloom, who solicited for entries from former farm residents. Eighteen contributors share stories in their own voices and unique styles.

“Hard work, responsibility, being content with little, caring for animals, helping others in need, saving and planning for the future and many other great lessons were learned naturally by growing up on a farm,” said Bloom. “From stories about caring for animals, growing crops, tearing down barns, fixing tractors, training horses, raising cattle or milking cows, you will laugh and reflect upon the difficulties and joys that farm life brought to us.”

The book recently received an endorsement from Temple Grandin, doctor of animal science, professor at Colorado State University, author, and the subject of the 2010 Emmy-nominated film, Temple Grandin.

“Eighteen people tell about their childhoods growing up on a farm or ranch,” comments Grandin. “They learned the value of hard work, responsibility and ingenuity. Everyone who is interested in farming and rural life would love this book."

The book can be purchased at Amazon.com and BarnesandNoble.com. Learn more about the book at www.LostLessons.org.