Reminiscent in both spirit and design of the beloved Whole Earth Catalog, Country Wisdom & Know-How is an unprecedented collection of information on nearly 200 individual topics of country and self-sustainable living.

Compiled from the information in Storey Publishing's landmark series of "Country Wisdom Bulletins," this book is the most thorough and reliable volume of its kind.

Organized by general topic (including animals, cooking, crafts, gardening, home, and health and well-being), it is further broken down to cover dozens of specifics (from "Building Chicken Coops" to "Making Cheese, Butter, and Yogurt" to "Improving Your Soil" to "Restoring Hardwood Floors").

Nearly 1,000 black-and-white illustrations and photographs run throughout, and fascinating projects and trusted advice crowd every page.

This Mother Earth News Premium: Self-Sufficient Living will teach you all about saving money with a do-it-yourself lifestyle. This issue features more than 100 articles covering recipes, livestock, gardens, and more!

Read all about planning a garden, community reliance, or saving money on groceries. Learn how to raise chickens for meat, maximize space in your garden, or build your own wind generator. Plus, get tips on how to grow vegetables all year long!

Other articles include:

• Find Your Perfect Country Property: Follow this advice to discover the property that’s just right for you.
• Hot Weather, Cool Chickens: Try these tips to keep your birds cool when the summer weather heats up.
• Homemade Snack Foods: Break free from processed foods and try these quick, healthy, and inexpensive snack recipes.
• The No-Mortgage Natural Cottage: From treehouses to tiny homes on wheels, a no-mortgage shelter can help you eschew expensive rent and debt.