Encyclopedia of Country Living, - Carla Emery

The definitive, beloved manual of basic skills and country wisdom for living off the land and doing it yourself--whether it's a farm or homestead, suburb or city. Increasiingly there is a desire for a simpler lifestyle--a healthier, greener, more self-sustaining and holistic approach to modern life. Find the inspiration and the know-how to live it in this comprehensive guide rooted in the homesteading movement that includes informaton on: \n \n * Raising chickens, goats, and pigs \n * Beekeeping \n * Foraging for wild food \n * Growing and preserving your own food \n * Making your own natural skincare products \n * Spinning wool into yarn \n * Baking bread \n * Cooking on a wood stove \n And more! \n \n Basic, thorough, and reliable, this book deserves a place in urban and rural homes alike. \n \n This 50th anniversary edition includes updated resources. \n