Rural Renaissance: Renewing the Quest for the Good Life
 

Rural Renaissance: Renewing the Quest for the Good Life

by John Ivanko, Lisa Kivirist

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... (read more)

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Member Reviews

  • Jason M
    • Rated 5 stars

    This book was a very inspiring read -- and chock full of information. The authors (both former ad-execs) are very explicit in their details of how they turned an old farmhouse into a modern-age GREEN B&B. Also to be found are interesting and humorous anecdotes about their learning experiences and their views on being connected with something deeper than today's consumer-driven society. Can be used as both a guide or as just an interesting read.

    Jason M wrote this review Monday, February 4 2008. ( reply | permalink )
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