The Cottage Bible

by Gerry Mackie, Laura Elise Taylor

The basic reference book every cottage owner needs. The Cottage Bible is a compendium of information -- a savvy how-to book, an essential collection of trouble-shooting and problem-solving tips, a reliable guide to all manner of flora and fauna, and an indispensable manual for getting the most out of your home-away-from-home. Gerry Mackie and Laura Elise Taylor offer valuable information and welcome advice on the following Packed with detailed illustrations and chock full of everything a cottage owner needs to know, The Cottage Bible is an essential year-round reference.

Genres: Reference, Nonfiction

360 pages, Paperback

First published September 28, 2007

Reviews

[Phil Burnside]

This book is a useful "manual" for anyone who owns or even rents a lakeside cottage. For the uninitiated, it may be a must have. Covering everything from checklists for opening and closing for the season, dealing with insects and nuisance wildlife, basic fishing and boating wisdom, good information about different kinds of lakes and how they form and much more about water quality, invasive species and general guidance on how to enjoy the cottage experience to the max. I've been a cottager all my life and even with that experience I gained a great deal from reading this. We found it so useful that we've purchased three copies for gifting to waterfront friends.

[Cheryl]

A very cursory treatment of topics that might be of interest to people who spend time outdoors. It covers too much to give any subject its due. And, in some cases, I have concerns that critical information was lacking -- and that the lack of information might be downright dangerous for someone unfamiliar with the topic -- case in point, suggesting moving a snapping turtle without discussing the dangers of doing so -- or harvesting mushrooms with just a brief caution to be sure you know what you are doing. This book in no way prepares anyone to venture into the great outdoors.