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Author
Publisher
Storey Publishing, LLC
Pub. Date
2009
Language
English
Description
"Millions of Americans are rediscovering the pleasures of locally grown food. By eating food grown close to home, they can boost their health, reduce their carbon footprint, support a robust local economy, and enhance their sense of community . . . all while savoring scrumptious, satisfying meals. It's no wonder that the number of farmers' markets has more than doubled in the last 15 years, and the number of people getting produce straight from the...
Author
Publisher
UIT Cambridge Limited
Pub. Date
2016.
Language
English
Description
In contrast to the ever-worsening stream of information about climate change, the economy and resource depletion, Transition focuses on solutions, on community-scale projects and on positive results. The bestselling The Transition Handbook suggested a model for a community-led response to peak oil and climate change. Since then, the Transition idea has gone viral across the globe, from universities and London neighborhoods to Italian villages and...
Author
Pub. Date
2012
Language
English
Description
"Stickin' it to the Matrix is this generation's version of Abbie Hoffman's Steal This Book. Funny and irreverent, the book is above all a practical step-by-step guide to both escaping and extracting from the matrix. In Stickin' it to the Matrix, Henderson offers the reader the same insights that allowed him to "retire" at age 28, move to the country and author this, his 4th book."--
Author
Publisher
Storey Publishing, LLC
Pub. Date
1978
Language
English
Description
"Since 1973, Storey's Country Wisdom Bulletins have offered practical, hands-on instructions designed to help readers master dozens of country living skills quickly and easily. There are now more than 170 titles in this series, and their remarkable popularity reflects the common desire of country and city dwellers alike to cultivate personal independence in everyday life."--
Author
Publisher
Storey Publishing, LLC
Pub. Date
1981
Language
English
Description
"Want to impress your friends? Serve up some outstanding wine with dinner--and then tell them it's homemade! In Making Homemade Wine, author Robert Cluett takes the mystery out of winemaking. Using his simple nine-step process, you'll learn how to make superb-tasting wines right in your own home. Whether you want to make a common or unusual wine--from everything from grapes to elderberries to parsnips--you'll find the recipes and know-how here....
Author
Publisher
Annie Jean Brewer
Pub. Date
2013.
Language
English
Description
"Are you tired of overpaying for phone service? Thanks to modern technology, you no longer have to! In this book you will discover the methods that frugalistas use to drastically reduce - if not entirely eliminate - their land line and cell phone bills. I personally used the methods detailed in this book to completely eliminate both my land line AND my cell phone bills. We have been cell phone free since 2011 yet we are able to talk on the phone as...
Author
Publisher
Storey Publishing, LLC
Pub. Date
1999
Language
English
Description
"Since 1973, Storey's Country Wisdom Bulletins have offered practical, hands-on instructions designed to help readers master dozens of country living skills quickly and easily. There are now more than 170 titles in this series, and their remarkable popularity reflects the common desire of country and city dwellers alike to cultivate personal independence in everyday life."--
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Series
Publisher
JD-Biz Corp Publishing
Pub. Date
2014.
Language
English
Description
What do I mean by city gardening, you may ask? There was a time, when people had large open areas just outside their door steps in the town, or in the "country", and all they had to do was fence it off and try to tame it. But as more and more people started migrating to cities, the available space for gardening began to be lessened. That was because concrete jungles came up, where once we had green fields. Suburbs on the outskirts of cities still...
Author
Publisher
Storey Publishing, LLC
Pub. Date
2009
Language
English
Description
"A backyard field of grains? Yes, absolutely! Wheat and corn are rapidly replacing grass in the yards of dedicated locavores across the country. For adventurous homeowners who want to get in on the movement, Homegrown Whole Grains is the place to begin. Growing whole grains is simpler and more rewarding than most people imagine. With as little as 1000 square feet of land, backyard farmers can grow enough wheat to harvest 50 pounds in a single afternoon...
Publisher
HowExpert Press
Pub. Date
2011.
Language
English
Description
"If you want to learn how to airsoft like a pro, then get the "How to Airsoft" course. In this step-by-step guide, you will discover the best airsoft tips and secrets. You will learn strategies and techniques to improve your airsoft skills. You will amaze and shock your friends as being the best airsoft player. Your airsoft team will respect and look up to you as an airsoft leader.Discover how to gear up for before the airsoft battle the right way....
Author
Publisher
Storey Publishing, LLC
Pub. Date
2010
Language
English
Description
"This is the book for anyone who wants to become more self-reliant, from suburbanites with 1/4 of an acre to country homesteaders with several. The information is easily understood and readily applicable. More than 150 of Storey's expert authors in gardening, building, animal raising, and homesteading share their specialized knowledge and experience in this ultimate guide to living a more independent, satisfying life. Readers will find step-by-step,...
Publisher
HowExpert Press
Pub. Date
2011.
Language
English
Description
"Many theme park guidebooks are thick with an overwhelming amount of information. Fortunately, there is a wealth of resources to help you plan your perfect trip. Sometimes, that's the problem. There is a LOT of information and it can get overwhelming. Sometimes you just want thorough but simple tips and tricks without all the detail that the bigger guide books provide. Do you really need to see a rating of every amusement in the park?"How To Have...
54) Paradise
Author
Language
English
Description
"Rumors had been whispered for more than a year. Outrages that had been accumulating all along took shape as evidence. A mother was knocked down the stairs by her cold-eyed daughter. Four damaged infants were born in one family. Daughters refused to get out of bed. Brides disappeared on their honeymoons. Two brothers shot each other on New Year's Day. Trips to Demby for VD shots common. And what went on at the Oven these days was not to be believed...
Author
Publisher
Storey Publishing, LLC
Pub. Date
2012
Language
English
Description
"A community of more than 5000 young farmers and activists, the Greenhorns are committed to producing and advocating for food grown with vision and respect for the earth. This book, edited by three of the group's leading members, comprises 50 original essays by new farmers who write about their experiences in the field from a wide range of angles, both practical and inspirational. Funny, sad, serious, and light-hearted, these essays touch on everything...
Author
Language
English
Description
Do you want to keep chickens but don't have much land? In this comprehensive and entertaining handbook, Barbara Kilarski shows you how you can successfully keep chickens in small urban and suburban spaces. She tells you which breeds are happiest in small spaces, shows you how to feed and care for your birds, lists the equipment you'll need, discusses coop design, explains how to gather eggs, and much more.--Provided by publisher.
Author
Series
Language
English
Description
A guide to simpler, greener, and more sustainable living. It provides advice, tips, and step-by-step instructions for hundreds of projects, offering the entire family the tools they need to make the shift toward self-sufficient living. It helps readers learn to dip candles, bake bread, make maple syrup, start a vineyard, and much more.
Author
Publisher
Storey Publishing, LLC
Pub. Date
1983
Language
English
Description
"Since 1973, Storey's Country Wisdom Bulletins have offered practical, hands-on instructions designed to help readers master dozens of country living skills quickly and easily. There are now more than 170 titles in this series, and their remarkable popularity reflects the common desire of country and city dwellers alike to cultivate personal independence in everyday life."--
Author
Publisher
Storey Publishing, LLC
Pub. Date
2012
Language
English
Description
"When height-of-the-season farmers' market offerings are irresistible; when backyard gardens are exploding with what appear to be hundreds of perfect tomatoes; or when the same old methods for cooking green beans or corn don't offer enough flavor, Andrea Chesman is ready with a bounty of creative recipes that bring out the best in fresh produce. Chesman knows what it's like to be facing pounds of perishable vegetables, and as she developed...
Author
Publisher
Storey Publishing, LLC
Pub. Date
1981
Language
English
Description
"Since 1973, Storey's Country Wisdom Bulletins have offered practical, hands-on instructions designed to help readers master dozens of country living skills quickly and easily. There are now more than 170 titles in this series, and their remarkable popularity reflects the common desire of country and city dwellers alike to cultivate personal independence in everyday life."--
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