Series: Handbook Series

With the rapid depletion of our planet's natural resources, we would all like to live a more self-sufficient lifestyle. But in the midst of an economic crisis, it's just as important to save money as it is to go green. As Gehring shows in this thorough but concise guide, being kind to Mother Earth can also mean being kind to...

Growing your own food is a hot topic today because of the high cost of transporting food long distances, the heightened problem of diseases caused by commercially grown foods, concerns about the overuse of chemicals in mass food production, and the uncertain health effects of GMOs. Many people have recently discovered the benefits of homegrown vegetables and fruits. Community gardens,...