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Self-Sufficiency for the 21st Century
This book by a father-and-son team doesn't wallow in all-too-true tales of resource depletion; it jumps in with real-life self sufficiency solutions that have perfected on their Newhouse Farm in Cornwall, England. This haven of ecologically friendly practices has been the focus of BBC Two's popular series It's Not Easy Being Green, a title at least somewhat belied by the s...more
Hardcover, 304 pages
Published
August 2nd 2010
by DK Publishing (Dorling Kindersley)
(first published July 19th 2010)
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This is an in-depth look at everything green. From baking bread, to housing chickens. Making window boxes to making cider. It has it all. Unfortunately I haven't tried any of the things in the book, but I do intend to. This is a keeper for the environmental lovers out there. we have a responsibility to take care of ourselves and our planet. This book shows us how.
A solid 4.5 stars!
While I do believe that John Seymour's "The Self Sufficient Life and How to Live It," is overall a better book, I am pleased enough with the Strawbridges' "Self Sufficiency for the 21st Century" to seriously consider buying a copy. There are some excellent step by step instructions with great colored photographs that would make this book very valuable to the backyard or small farm homesteader.
While I do believe that John Seymour's "The Self Sufficient Life and How to Live It," is overall a better book, I am pleased enough with the Strawbridges' "Self Sufficiency for the 21st Century" to seriously consider buying a copy. There are some excellent step by step instructions with great colored photographs that would make this book very valuable to the backyard or small farm homesteader.
Awesome guide to all things self sufficient. Every page has an inspiring, fun idea for doing 'it' yourself. If you are curious about gardening, watering, electricity, cheese, bread, wild food, composting, eccentric stoves and ovens... too fun. Mother Earth News in one spot and in hardcover.
Ok, so I didn't actually read this book cover to cover. There was so much information and so many topics covered. I decided that there was more than I really needed right now, though the information was awesome. I ended up browsing through the book, taking note of the sections that I was most interested in and were the most feasible. I may check this book out again sometime when I have more resources.
The book reads like one of those old Reader's Digest how-to books... Two pages on every subject and an easy step-by-step style. I definitely enjoyed it, and would love to see the tv series featuring this father-son team.
Great resource with beautiful photos. This book makes building a homestead look easier than it is. Borrowed from the library, but I would purchase this book if I ever got a chance to really build a homestead.
A good overview of the possibilities of self sufficiency, with information on how one family did it. Lovely photographs throughout. Inspiring!
Not the most complete out there, but good enough and covering different subjects that it merits room on my bookshelf.
I thought this was very informative teaching many skills lost in this culture.
This book is great for any one who wants to start living self sufficiently.
It is an excellent book, a great reference on where to begin.
Checked this out from the library. Gonna purchase it. It touches base on many things. It's not thorough in how to do EVERY thing, but it gives you a good idea of what you might like to do more research on.
I had this book so long that the library kept asking me to return it. Finally gave it back and ordered a copy I can keep.
A visual and concise encyclopedia on the hobby gardener who is interested in living a more sustainable lifestyle in their own backyard. Practical and creative advice.
This is one of the best How-tos that I've read on self sufficiency. It covers so very much with plenty of pictures and instructions to easily follow.
So far, incredibly interesting, but a lot to digest.
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