Farmer Will Allen and the Growing Table

"Farmer Will Allen and the Growing Table" by Jacqueline Briggs Martin tells the story of former professional basketball player Will Allen, who became an urban farmer and activist in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. The book follows Allen as he transforms abandoned urban lots into productive gardens, teaching communities about composting, container gardening, and sustainable agriculture. Through his work, Allen demonstrates how anyone can grow food in small spaces, inspiring people to start their own gardens and create what he calls "growing power." The book features illustrations by Eric-Shabazz Larkin and includes factual information about gardening techniques at the back.