Manual of Practical Homesteading

by John Vivian

Rodale Press 1978 Trade Paperback. ACCEPTABLE. Creases to spine. Split in middle, all pages still intact. Good reading copy.

Genres: Gardening, Reference, Sustainability, Nonfiction

Paperback

First published January 1, 1975

Reviews

[Daleen Fisher · Rating 5 out of 5]

I've had this book for years and constantly use it for reference, look up things, pass along information from it, and recommend the book to others who are pursuing some part of what is considered part of homesteading. I like that the different subjects are presented by their natural timing in the year. The author's experiences gained and knowledge learned through him and his family living on their own productive homestead is invaluable and presently plainly. This is a great addition to the library of anyone wanting to live in a more self-sufficient manner, learn how to produce their own foods, and learn what is like to have a busy and productive homestead.

[Rebecca Green · Rating 5 out of 5]

one of my first homestead self sufficiency books that i read, and its one i keep going back to for practical information.

[Ami · Rating 4 out of 5]

Despite the fact that this book is obviously dated, I enjoyed it very much. I felt the gardening and food gathering sections were as timely now, as they were when this book was written. Many other sections were applicable to today's technology as well.
I would love to see another book by this author written now, years later, telling us if the homestead life was still working for him and his family.

[Chris Brimmer · Rating 5 out of 5]

A little dated and starry eyed, but a great primmer.

[Amy Sjoquist · Rating 4 out of 5]

Very practical how to on a lot of things, written in the 70's.