Country Way, The

Have you ever wanted to escape from the problems of urban life? This 184-page book provides helpful steps and insights on how to do just that! 

The Country Way is for anyone who wants to live the country life, whether on a suburban lot or deep in the wilderness. This is an easy-to-read fact-based book on how to live a more sustainable life closer to nature.  

 Author, Dr. Lloyd E. Eighme, discusses such topics as: gardening, housing, heating, water supply, recreation, and earning a living in a rural environment.  You will find common sense and practical information, charts, and line illustrations to help provide clarity.

Dr. Eighme is a professor of biology and agriculture and developed a program in country-living education.  He holds a PhD in entomology from Oregon State University.

Contents: 

Introduction: A Philosophy of Land Management

1. Modern Land Management Patterns
2. How to Maintain Soil Fertility
3. Packages of Life
4. Which Vegetable Shall I Grow?
5. Small Fruit Production
6. Tree Fruits
7. Land--Little or Much
8. Wilderness Living
9. Farm Animals
10. Filling the Shelves
11. Tools and Work
12. Leisure Time
13. Moving Out

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