A great read, opening up for nonscientists the microbial world that underlies all life. You will see your body and the world around you in exciting new ways.Reads like a fast-paced novel but tells the true story of the workings of soils, and even our own bodies.[A] transformative read.[A] beautifully synthesized scientific memoir.Montgomery and Bikl? argue that when we farm and when we eat, were feeding a diverse community of microorganisms. This book is sure to become a game-changing guide to the future of good food and healthy landscapes.An ingenious idea!Amazingly detailed and well-researched. & [One of the years best books on gardens and health.A stunningly clever book that connects the tiny dots of the microbial world. I will never ignore my microbes again.A wonderful read! Sure to become a game-changing guide to the future of good food and healthy landscapes. Dan Barber, chef and author of