| Blending inspiration with practical how-to's,Rural Renaissance captures the American dream of country living for contemporary times. 304 pages; 7.5 x 9" Published by New Society Publishers ________________________________________________ In the '60s it was called the "back to the land" movement, and in Helen and Scott Nearings' day, it was "living the good life." Whatever the term, North Americans have always yearned for a simpler way. But how do you accomplish that today? Blending inspiration with practical how-to's, Rural Renaissance captures the American dream of country living for contemporary times. Journey with the authors and experience their lessons, laughter and love for the land as they trade the urban concrete maze for a small organic farm and bed and breakfast, Inn Serendipity, in Wisconsin. Rural living today is a lot more than farming. It's about a creative, nature-based and more self-sufficient lifestyle that combines a love of squash, solar energy, skinny dipping and serendipity. Among the many topics explored in Rural Renaissance include: • "right livelihood" and the good life • organic gardening and permaculture • renewable energy and energy conservation • wholesome organic food, safe water and a natural home • simplicity, frugality and freedom • green design and recycled materials • community, friends and raising a family • independence and interdependence • wildlife conservation and land stewardship. An authentic tale of a couple whose pioneering spirit and connection to the land reaches out to both the local and global community, Rural Renaissance will appeal to a wide range of Cultural Creatives, free agents, conservation entrepreneurs and both arm-chair and real life homesteaders, regardless of where they live. Read the Reviews Visit the Rural Renaissance Network |