50 Amazing Photographs That Provide a Glimpse into Typical Country Living

A Robust Lumberjack

Most movies and TV shows about rural life suggest that men primarily chop wood while women handle household tasks. However, this is a stereotype about people living in the countryside. Men and women in rural areas are equally resilient and work together on outdoor tasks. The woman in this picture exemplifies a strong female lumberjack. Her clothing indicates that she is a local rather than a visitor. Cutting down trees is a typical aspect of rural life because many people purchase wood for their fireplaces to heat their homes instead of using central heating.