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.

It’s amazing to think of all the different types of breads and baking methods worldwide. In the Grit Guide to Home Baking, 2nd Edition, you’ll get an in-depth look at some of those types and methods. From learning the possibilities for cooking whole-grain or gluten-free bread to discovering the perfect grain mill for your kitchen, this special issue is a trove of knowledge.

Packed cover to cover with recipes from Sourdough Vegetable Stromboli and Homemade English Muffins to Garlic Bread and Turkey Stuffing, this collection will have everyone asking, “Can I have your recipe?”

Articles include:

• To Bake the Best Bread, Grind Your Own Grain – Healthy reasons you should consider grinding your own grain at home
• Sprouted Grains for Baking – Add sprouted grains to baked goods for extra protein, vitamins, and minerals without excess calories
• Cook It in Cast Iron – Create mouthwatering meals using your cast-iron cookware
• Begging for Bagels – Sweet or savory, these versatile recipes can fill the hole in any of your meals
• And more!