Timeless. Complete. Thorough. Essential. Do your best to add this book to your personal library collection. John Vivian is one of the key authors on Self-sufficiency, well before it become 'the ethical thing' to do. His knowledge and advice has been well-tested and has stood on firm footing through the decades.
THE Best Book on Homesteading PERIOD
Published by Thriftbooks.com User , 20 years ago
John Vivian's book was a true discovery. This is quite possibly the most authoritative book on the subject that there is. If you are looking for comprehensive information on the practice of homesteading, sustainable living, or being socially responsible through managing your consumption, this is the best book out there, period.
Best book for a wannabe dreamer
Published by Thriftbooks.com User , 22 years ago
I'm a wannabe who dreams of chucking the corporate life of commutes and taxes. I've read a lot of back-to-the-land books both old and newer and this is the best one I've found to date.
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