Storey's Basic
Country Skills
Publisher: Storey Publishing
Soft Cover, 576
pages
ISBN #:
978-158172028
By: John and Martha
Storey
Whether
you live on a small suburban lot or have a many acres in the country, this
inspiring collection will empower you to increase your self-sufficiently and
embrace a more independent lifestyle. 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, illustrated instructions for every aspect of country
living including:
Finding
country land
Buying,
building, and renovating a home
Developing
water sources and systems
Understanding
wiring, plumbing, and heating
Using
alternative heating and energy sources
Vegetable,
flower, and herb gardening
Traditional
cooking skills such as baking bread and making maple syrup
Preparing
and preserving meat, fruits, and vegetables
Building
and maintaining barns, sheds, and outbuildings
Caring
for common farm and ranch animals, and pets
