""Not Pretty But Precious"" is a book written by John Hay that tells the story of his life as a young man growing up in rural England during the 1940s and 1950s. The book is a memoir that chronicles Hay's experiences as a child and teenager, including his struggles with poverty, illness, and family dysfunction. Despite the challenges he faced, Hay managed to find joy and meaning in his life through his love of nature, his passion for learning, and...