Free Wind Home carries the reader full circle through a childhood rooted in a sleepy Newfoundland outport with nineteenth century traditions, existing in a twentieth century world of war and uncertain politics. It is a visceral tale full of the tangible wonders of discovery and play, the fulfilling simplicity of nature, and the sometimes frightening shifts and changes life holds in store.

"Gary Saunders is an icon of Atlantic Canada: forester, painter, naturalist, historian, writer and generous spirit who depicts his love of the natural world in words and paint. From copying pan ice, to swimming hens, tarring doorknobs, and holding the still beating heart of a salmon in his hand, Free Wind Home is a frank tale of a journey through Gary's outport growing-up years, and later, along the coal-dusted sidewalks of St John's, Newfoundland."