There are still people who can tell stories from a bygone era, a time when hard work, poverty, and a modest everyday life set the rhythm. Hans Rieder has traveled throughout South Tyrol in search of witnesses who share their personal life stories with him. He has found many and, through his encounters and visits, has gathered a rich treasure of memories and images from the farm and family lives of very different people. They take us right into everyday life and bring tradition to life. Simple people share their life stories, allowing the reader to partake in their thoughts and emotions. What unites all these witnesses is their deep connection to their homeland, their family, and what they have built through hard work and sacrifice. A justified pride resonates when they speak of their children.