The Self-Sufficient Home

Now, more than ever before, people are going back to the basics in order to live a simpler, more self-sufficient life. 'The Self-Sufficient Home' shows readers how to transition from their current lifestyle to a self-sufficient one with hundreds of tips that they can start doing right now. They will not only improve their day-to-day lives with these basic living skills, but will also prepare themselves for any disaster that might arise in their area. Complete with advice and detailed instructions for living more simply, this book will teach readers everything they need to know about building a self-sufficient home like how to: Grow fresh produce and compost Raise animals in their backyard Preserve and can their harvests Administer first aid to themselves or family members Living in today's world can be stressful and expensive, but with 'The Self-Sufficient Home', readers will be able to keep their family healthy, safe, and happy as they rediscover the simple-and secure-pleasures of a self-sufficient lifestyle. AUTHOR: Nancy Hoffman lives in a sustainable home with her family in Upstate New York. SELLING POINTS: Offers readers easy-to-implement strategies and tips for transitioning from an on-the-grid lifestyle to a more self-sufficient one Includes essential information on everything from growing and harvesting crops to obtaining fuel and light sources during an unexpected emergency Self-sufficient living has been gaining popularity with articles appearing in mainstream media like The Huffington Post, National Geographic, and The New York Times