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I highly recommend this book to all bread baking beginners! An important element to me is the fact that the author is self-taught and not some privileged individual who attained their credentials at some highly esteemed baking school. That route of learning is simply not a realistic option for many of us, striving to make bread in our homes. While those books can be inspiring, they can also leave us feeling deflated and intimidated by the process. This book speaks to the heart of your every day person aspiring to make bread in their home. Not only is this book beautifully written and poetic, it is also well organized and easy to follow. I appreciate how the book starts out with a basic overview of how bread is formed, key terminology, and the basic process. Before you ever get to the recipes you have a clear map of what it is you’re trying to achieve and the basic, bare-bone process. What I found especially helpful was the “Common Questions and FAQ’s” sections in the book. One of the most frustrating things about baking is when you follow the recipe to the tee and still you come out with an imperfect loaf. This is the sort of experience that makes me not want to use the recipe again. I love how the author helps you troubleshoot those imperfect loaves right there in the book. Identifying the problem straight away, gives you the courage to try again! I highly recommend this book to anyone beginning their bread baking journey!