Originally Posted by Hunting Man

pretty good book report ronn!

Also, there was danger lurking beyond the town borders so hunting parties would give some assurance of a successful return.

Starvation was a grim reality in the early years. Farming was simply growing anything that would grow in a small yard plot.

i would think trapping was done as well for the furs and leather for garments/shoes.

Towns were constructed inside of walled palaside to protect the peoples in hostile enviroments.

just some quick thoughts to add to ronn's report.