Sustainable Living - Used Books
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There are 297 books in this aisle.
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by William Coperthwaite and Peter Forbes  
Publisher Comments William Coperthwaite is a teacher, builder, designer, and writer who for many years has explored the possibilities of true simplicity on a homestead on the north coast of Maine. In the spirit of Henry David Thoreau, Emily Dickinson, and Helen and Scott... (read more)  List Price $35.00 Your price $21.95 (Used - Hardcover) check for new and sale copies 
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by Natalia Marshall Publisher Comments 52 ways to get green and clean. These days everyone's talking about the plight of the planet-from climate change and carbon footprints to diminishing resources and vanishing species. Whether you're a committed tree-hugger or someone who doesn't know a... (read more) List Price $15.95 Your price $10.95 (Used - Trade Paper) check for new and sale copies
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by Craig Sams Publisher Comments The latest in Disinformation's popular series of gift-priced and mini-sized books, The Little Food Bookfollows the success of The Little Earth Book, tackling issues on our own plates-those affecting the food we eat: genetic modification, farming... (read more) List Price $9.95 Your price $5.95 (Used - Trade Paper) check for new and sale copies
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by Richard Harris Publisher Comments Artisan Farming Lessons, Lore, and Recipes from New Mexico Astisan Farming focuses on the unique farming culture of New Mexico. Laden with rich photos, ripe with human interest stories, and bounteous with tantalizing recipes, Artisan Farming explores... (read more) List Price $24.95 Your price $19.95 (Used - Trade Paper) check for new and sale copies
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by Lori Ryker Publisher Comments Off the Grid confronts the ecological and cultural problems associated with the way we get and use energy, and explains how it is possible to live in a beautifully designed home using much less--no matter where your home is located. Our homes are... (read more) List Price $29.95 Your price $21.00 (Used - Hardcover) check for new and sale copies
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by Greg Pahl Publisher Comments Includes bibliographical references (p. 273-274) and index.... (read more) List Price $30.00 Your price $21.00 (Used - Trade Paper) check for new and sale copies
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by Jerry Yudelson Publisher Comments Green building is the fastest-growing trend to hit since the Internet, bringing with it an enormous range of new products, systems, and technologies. Green Building A to Zis an informative, technically accurate, and highly visual guide to green building,... (read more) List Price $14.95 Your price $12.95 (Used - Trade Paper) check for new and sale copies
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by John Bishop Publisher Comments Bishop’s Restaurant is famous for its use of organic, locally grown produce and sustainable seafoods, from peaches to chanterelles, from Fanny Bay oysters to Fraser Valley lamb. Owner John Bishop regularly meets with the region's farmers and... (read more) List Price $29.95 Your price $19.95 (Used - Trade Paper) check for new and sale copies
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by Nicholas Tate Publisher Comments Sound advice and specific strategies for curing sick buildings and improving the indoor air we breathe.... (read more) List Price $13.95 Your price $6.95 (Used - Trade Paper) check for new and sale copies
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by Ellsworth Jaeger Publisher Comments This historical guide, originally written in 1945, includes information on making fires, canoeing, using axes and knives, and crafting shelters from hand-gathered materials. Readers also learn about clothing, gear, and useful plants. This book also is an... (read more) List Price $14.95 Your price $9.95 (Used - Trade Paper) check for new and sale copies
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by Allan Berman Publisher Comments Whether you're building a new house or upgrading the one you've already got, Your Naturally Healthy Home will help you create a home that is comfortable to live in as well as kind to your health and to the planet. With more than 200 lush color... (read more) List Price $24.95 Your price $9.95 (Used - Hardcover) check for new and sale copies
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by Chris Magwood Publisher Comments This completely rewritten edition of the bestselling original leads the potential builder through the entire process of building a straw bale structure. New material includes more extensive sections on electric wiring and plumbing, updated sections on... (read more) List Price $29.95 Your price $23.00 (Used - Trade Paper) check for new and sale copies
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by John Schaeffer Publisher Comments Do you want to harvest sunlight, wind or falling water to power your home? Or sell that renewable energy back to your utility company? Are you looking to build your dream eco-home? Or to convert to biodiesel and minimize your fossil fuel use? This fully... (read more) List Price $35.00 Your price $25.00 (Used - Trade Paper) check for new and sale copies
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by Amy Trubek Publisher Comments How and why do we think about food, taste it, and cook it? While much has been written about the concept of terroir as it relates to wine, in this vibrant, personal book, Amy Trubek, a pioneering voice in the new culinary revolution, expands the concept... (read more) List Price $29.95 Your price $20.50 (Used - Hardcover) check for new and sale copies
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by Bart Blankenship Publisher Comments Earth Knack is a comprehensive how-to book for using Stone Age skills to fulfill your daily needs from materials readily at hand. Anyone who tries these ideas will find them environmentally appropriate and uniquely fulfilling. Here are just a few skills... (read more) List Price $14.95 Your price $12.95 (Used - Trade Paper) check for new and sale copies
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by Marion Nestle
Publisher Comments How does the food industry influence what we eat and, therefore, our health? What are the food industry's marketing methods and what is its relationship to the political system? What can be said about its use of political power to achieve profit goals? A... (read more) List Price $45.00 Your price $18.95 (Used - Hardcover) check for new and sale copies
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by Luddene Perry Publisher Comments The definitive guide to healthful, affordable food shopping in the Organic Age—from a pioneer in the organic movement What does it really mean when a food is labeled organic? While many of us believe there are good reasons to buy organic, what... (read more) List Price $14.00 Your price $5.95 (Used - Trade Paper) check for new and sale copies
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by Joan Vos Macdonald Publisher Comments < p> In today's increasingly health-conscious world, homeowners are paying more attention to creating spaces conducive to a fit lifestyle. The possibilities available go far beyond building a home gym that you may or may not ever use. Whether by... (read more) List Price $35.00 Your price $28.00 (Used - Hardcover) check for new and sale copies
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by David Pearson Publisher Comments Among nomadic peoples, round-shaped homes, echoing natural forms, have sheltered families since the dawn of recorded time. The natural world is filled with circles, but it's surprising how unusual circular houses are in industrialized society. In our... (read more) List Price $16.95 Your price $7.95 (Used - Hardcover) check for new and sale copies
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by Paul Mchenry Publisher Comments This revised edition includes the modern with the ancient; energy efficiency and code-meeting along with the traditional techniques and aesthetic considerations.... (read more) List Price $24.95 Your price $16.50 (Used - Trade Paper) check for new and sale copies
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