Als der Trecker kam und das Pferd verschwand

The tractor revolutionized agriculture. While strong horses were still indispensable in the first half of the 20th century, full motorization took hold in the 1950s: there were more different tractors and registrations than ever before! What did this change mean for individual farmers? What transformations occurred on their farms, and what challenges did they have to overcome to cope with this new technology? There are only a few eyewitnesses left who can report on this. However, three farmers bring this era to life once again, recalling their experiences with horses and the first tractors on their farms with enthusiasm, knowledge, and humor. The result is a high-quality book full of memories, anecdotes, and over 100 large-format pictures from that time. It makes an ideal gift for older generations and anyone interested in the past of rural life.