This book "provides the hard-learned nuts-and-bolts of rural living from city folk who were initially out of their depth." -- p. [4] of cover.

A practical guide to simple living: Attracting Hummingbirds, Baking basic Bread, Breeding Livestock, Building Home-brew Equipment, Caning chairs, Concocting elixirs and remedies, Constructing chicken coops, Cooking with fresh sausage, Crafting hand-dipped candles, Cultivating a garlic patch, Drawing maple syrup, Fabricating natural milk soap, Farming blackberries, Fashioning a gingerbread house, Growing the best tomatoes, Interlacing grapevine wreaths,...

Knowing where your food comes from. Taking a hands-on role in providing for your family. Living more earth-friendly. Being more self-sufficient. Sound exciting? If you're ready to roll up your sleeves and move beyond a simple plot of vegetables, here's your comprehensive guide to backyard homesteading. Learn how to make the most of your resources, which tools and techniques you'll need for success, and what problems to watch out for. Get step-by-step...