Learn to Live Holistically, Sustainably, and Intentionally
Make healthier life choices to heal yourself and the environment
through self-sufficiency. The Happy Holistic Homestead by Roxanne
Ahern provides the tools for living slowly, intentionally, and better
through permaculture, edible gardening, and organic farming.
Live the Homestead Life. Ahern's book guides new and seasoned
homesteaders in improving personal and environmental health. The Happy
Holistic Homestead is geared toward people who are interested in
pursuing intentional lifestyles and organic farming methods. It is both
for those who have access to land and those who are interested in
retrofitting urban and suburban lifestyles and landscapes to shift
towards sustainability.
Utilize Sustainable Organic Farming Techniques. Learn about
permaculture design, holistic nutrition, and sustainable farming in
rural and urban settings. The Happy Holistic Homestead covers how to
use organic soil and zero chemicals to grow the best vegetables and
fruits, responsible and humane animal husbandry that improves the ground
and carbon sequestration, as well as the best canning and preserving
techniques. Ahern also provides tips on safely foraging for flowers and
mushrooms.
Read The Happy Holistic Homestead and learn:
- Permaculture practices that can be used in rural and urban spaces
- How to get the most out of your food through holistic nutrition
- The best techniques for canning and preserving your fruits and
vegetables
- How to bake sourdough bread and how to create your own sourdough
culture
If you enjoyed books such as The Modern Homestead Garden, The
Encyclopedia of Country Living, and Beginner's Guide to Preserving,
your next read should be The Happy Holistic Homestead.