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Publisher
Sasquatch Books
ISBN-10
1632172895
ISBN-13
9781632172891
eBay Product ID (ePID)
17038400913

Product Key Features

Edition
50
Book Title
Encyclopedia of Country Living, 50th Anniversary Edition : The Original Manual for Living off the Land and Doing It Yourself (Homesteading and off-Grid Survival)
Number of Pages
928 Pages
Language
English
Publication Year
2019
Topic
Sustainable Living, Reference, General
Illustrator
Yes
Genre
House & Home, Gardening
Author
Carla Emery
Format
Trade Paperback

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Item Height
1.9 in
Item Weight
67.6 Oz
Item Length
10.8 in
Item Width
8.3 in

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2020-288051
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"For the suburbanite with just enough space for a little garden to the die-hard homesteaders and everyone in between, The Encyclopedia of Country Living makes for both fascinating reading and a truly essential reference source. You won't find a more complete source of step-by-step information about growing, processing, cooking and preserving every kind of food--from the garden, the orchard, the field or the barnyard!" Rodale Book Club "If you're dreaming about moving "back to the land" someday, or if you're already there and want to live more self-sufficiently (wherever you may be) you'll want a copy of ... T he Encyclopedia of Country Living." Organic Gardening "This book is a monument to the coevolution of a person and an idea. As folk literature. . . this book should be shelved in your collection between the Foxfire books and Alicia Bay Lau­rel's Living on Earth ." Whole Earth catalog "Urbanites will find the recipes and resources list. . . useful, the trivia interesting. . . and Emery's personal reflections. . . com­pelling. Even readers with no plans to raise sheep, sell home­made cheese or plant millet will find this a fascinating cultural document." Publishers Weekly "Packed with old wisdom as well as up-to-date websites and mail-order sources to make country living easier." Country Almanac "Although mainly a modern individualist's resource on how to grow and prepare food, this work is much more. As one aston­ished browser acclaimed, 'Is there anything this book doesn't tell you how to do?'" Library Journal "If you're thinking about ditching the city and reconnecting with a simpler, more direct way of life, living the self-sufficient lifestyle full-bore, or just living more directly and simply where you are right now, The Encyclopedia covers a wealth of information to keep you on target." Lehman's Country Living "If I could only have one comprehensive how-to book on self-reliant living, this would be it." Backwoods Home Magazine "The Encyclopedia of Country Living by Carla Emery is one of my favorite finds. It is a guide to all things country and, for those of us that don't get down on the farm as often as we would like to, it is a mini vacation from the asphalt jungle. ...a warm and inviting trip to your Grandmother's kitchen table and that, alone, is reason enough to pick up a copy for your own library." The Jefferson County Post "While it is impossible for one book to have everything you need, 'The Encyclopedia of Country Living' does an exceptional job of giving you the most bang for your buck when it comes to needing a single resource where you are likely to find the answer to your country living questions." Outdoor Self Reliance "Practical advice, invaluable information, and collected wis­dom for folks and farmers in the country, city, and anywhere in between." Territorial Seed catalog
Synopsis
This is an update of the #1 best-selling title on the Sasquatch Books list with an incredible backlist rate of sale that shows this book's ability to constantly appeal to new audiences. The Encyclopedia of Country Living is the original manual of basic skills and country wisdom for living on the land--whether it's a farm or homestead, suburb or city. Continually updated since its inception in 1969, the 50th Anniversary Edition is complete with updated resource and contact information. From craft culture to survivalists, preppers, homesteaders, urban farmers, and everyone in between there is a desire for a simpler way of life--a healthier, greener, more self-sustaining and holistic approach to modern life. The knowledge you need to survive and thrive off the grid is at your fingertips in The Encyclopedia of Country Living , the best-selling resource for the homesteading movement. With its origins in the back-to-the-land effort of the late 1960s, Carla Emery's landmark book has grown into a comprehensive guide to building your sustainable country escape haven, while lowering your carbon footprint in the process. The 50th anniversary edition offers up-to-date and detailed information on the fundamentals of topics like homegrown food; raising chickens, goats, and pigs; beekeeping; food preservation; mail-order supply sourcing; foraging; and much, much more (even how to deliver a baby)--everything you need to lead a self-sufficient lifestyle in the 21st century. Basic, thorough, and reliable, this book deserves a place in urban and rural homes alike. Table of Contents 1 Oddments 2 Introduction to Plants 3 Grasses, Grains & Canes 4 Garden Vegetables 5 Herbs & Flavorings 6 Tree, Vine, Bush & Bramble 7 Food Preservation 8 Introduction to Animals 9 Poultry 10 Goats, Cows & Home Dairying 11 Bee, Rabbit, Sheep & Pig 12 Appendix, OVER 1 MILLION COPIES SOLD: The 50th anniversary edition of the classic manual for sustainable living--with 1,000+ pages covering basic country skills and wisdom for living off the land! Whether you're homesteading, prepping, or living off-grid, keep your family healthy, safe, and self-sufficient--no matter what's going on in the world. From homesteaders to urban farmers, and everyone in between, there is a desire for a simpler way of life: a healthier and self-sufficient natural lifestyle that allows you to survive and thrive--even in uncertain times. Carla Emery's classic guide will teach you how to live off the grid, be prepared, and do it yourself. - Can, dry, and preserve food - Plan your garden with a beginner's guide to gardening - Grow your own food - Make 20-minute cheese - Make your own natural skincare products - Bake bread - Cook on a wood stove - Learn beekeeping - Raise chickens, goats, and pigs - Create natural skincare products - Make organic bug spray - Treat your family with homemade natural remedies - Make fruit leather - Forage for wild food - Spin wool into yarn - Mill your own flour - Tap a maple tree - And so much more! The Encyclopedia of Country Living has been guiding readers for more than 50 years, teaching you all the skills necessary for living independently off the land. Whether you live in the city, the country, or anywhere in between, this is the essential guide to living well and living simply., OVER 1 MILLION COPIES SOLD-The 50th anniversary edition of the classic manual for sustainable living-with 1,000+ pages covering basic country skills and wisdom for living off the land! Whether you're homesteading, prepping, or living off-grid, keep your family healthy, safe, and self-sufficient-no matter what's going on in the world. From homesteaders to urban farmers, and everyone in between, there is a desire for a simpler way of life- a healthier and self-sufficient natural lifestyle that allows you to survive and thrive-even in uncertain times. Carla Emery's classic guide will teach you how to live off the grid, be prepared, and do it yourself. . Can, dry, and preserve food .Plan your garden with a beginner's guide to gardening .Grow your own food .Make 20-minute cheese .Make your own natural skincare products .Bake bread .Cook on a wood stove . Learn beekeeping .Raise chickens, goats, and pigs .Create natural skincare products .Make organic bug spray .Treat your family with homemade natural remedies .Make fruit leather .Forage for wild food .Spin wool into yarn .Mill your own flour .Tap a maple tree . And so much more! The Encyclopedia of Country Living has been guiding readers for more than 50 years, teaching you all the skills necessary for living independently off the land.Whether you live in the city, the country, or anywhere in between, this is the essential guide to living well and living simply.
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TX158.E45 2019

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  • by 1drewp
    04 Nov, 2023Most favourable review

    The Source of Sources for a Sustainable Future

    This book is the Bible of sustainability. Pretty much everything you need to ensure that a self sufficient life can be led. If the information that you are looking for isn’t in this book then they at least list other authors, agencies, companies, or any other info outlets where you can find it. The Encyclopedia of Country Living is a must have for anyone from a homeless person to the top 10%ers and everyone in between who wants to learn the basics and beyond with gardening, soil remediation, structuring a homestead, livestock husbandry, and many other things with tried and true methods based on experience. It’s a very easy read and goes into a laypersons depth of explanation. I highly recommend this book for anyone and everyone especially those who care about our Mother Earth and her gift ...

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  • by msally1965
    24 Aug, 2021

    EXCELLENT READ AND EXCELLENT INFORMATION!!!!

    This book is HUGE - it looks like a humongous catalog. Reads like a novel. Extremely well written and interesting! I cannot put it down. The only negative is that some of the references are out-dated. But you can find most of the seeds, plants, tools, etc on Ebay and Amazon and other sites. At the time this book was written I would be willing to bet mail order specialty companies were the only resources for some of this stuff. Highly recommend this book for information on a WIDE range of topics. You will not be disappointed!

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  • by lshe3350
    30 Nov, 2021

    Very Much an Encyclopedia

    This truly is an encyclopedia; the content is exhaustive, but it's well organized. I haven't utilized enough of the information in it to know how well sourced it is but I bought it because other people who have recommend it. The Encyclopedia was well packaged and shipped in good time, and all in all I'm well pleased with this purchase.

    Verified purchase: YesCondition: NewSold by: alibrisbooks

  • by raynmancuster
    30 Jun, 2021

    Homesteading Must

    I have not had a chance to read it. But this was Highly Recommended to me and I did flip through the book and glance here and there. It is packed full of information. This is an "Encyclopedia of how to start/run a Homestead/small farm".........I purchased it for our next home and/or "SHTF" situation

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  • by ejs_outlet
    05 Jun, 2022

    Amazing book

    This book is absolutely amazing. Easily the most informative book I own when it comes to practical homesteading Info. All DIYers and homesteaders should have a copy

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