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The Encyclopedia of Country Living, 50th Anniversary Edition

The Original Manual for Living Off the Land & Doing It Yourself (Homesteading & Off-Grid Survival)

17 minCarla Emery

What's it about

Ready to ditch the grocery store and live a more self-sufficient life? Discover the ultimate guide to homesteading and off-grid living, packed with timeless wisdom for growing your own food, raising animals, and mastering essential DIY skills for a truly independent lifestyle. You'll learn everything from canning and preserving your harvest to building a chicken coop and even delivering a baby in an emergency. This isn't just a book; it's a complete, step-by-step manual for anyone dreaming of a simpler, more connected way of life, whether you have a full farm or just a small backyard.

Meet the author

Hailed as the "godmother of the modern homesteading movement," Carla Emery created The Encyclopedia of Country Living from a mimeographed pamphlet she first sold at a local fair in 1969. For over four decades, she dedicated her life to expanding this comprehensive guide, personally testing and documenting the skills needed for self-sufficient living. Her hands-on experience and tireless research cemented the book's status as the definitive resource for generations of homesteaders, a legacy of practical wisdom that continues to inspire.

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What's it about

Ready to ditch the grocery store and live a more self-sufficient life? Discover the ultimate guide to homesteading and off-grid living, packed with timeless wisdom for growing your own food, raising animals, and mastering essential DIY skills for a truly independent lifestyle. You'll learn everything from canning and preserving your harvest to building a chicken coop and even delivering a baby in an emergency. This isn't just a book; it's a complete, step-by-step manual for anyone dreaming of a simpler, more connected way of life, whether you have a full farm or just a small backyard.

Meet the author

Hailed as the "godmother of the modern homesteading movement," Carla Emery created The Encyclopedia of Country Living from a mimeographed pamphlet she first sold at a local fair in 1969. For over four decades, she dedicated her life to expanding this comprehensive guide, personally testing and documenting the skills needed for self-sufficient living. Her hands-on experience and tireless research cemented the book's status as the definitive resource for generations of homesteaders, a legacy of practical wisdom that continues to inspire.

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