Mark Ludy Art Books & Games. The Farmer Picture Book. Signed by Mark Ludy. This picture book has enchanted young and old for years. It tells the simple story of a poor farmer who suffers disaster after disaster causing him to have to sell his beloved animals to recoup from the losses. Interwoven is the relationship between he and his neighbors who do him nothing but wrong - but in the end we see his patience and kindness win out. Written and Illustrated by Mark Ludy in 1998 64 Pages / Hardback / Full Color