A Living from the Land
Duryee, William B. 1888-1964
A Living from the Land - 1 online resource : multiple file formats
Release date is 2010-07-03
Produced by David Clarke and the Online Distributed
Proofreading Team at http://www.pgdp.net (This file was
produced from images generously made available by The
Internet Archive/American Libraries.) Produced by David Clarke and the Online Distributed
Proofreading Team at http://www.pgdp.net (This file was
produced from images generously made available by The
Internet Archive/American Libraries.)
"A Living from the Land" by William Budington Duryee is a practical guide on homesteading and agricultural living, written in the early 20th century. The book focuses on the growing trend of families moving from urban areas back to the countryside, emphasizing the knowledge and skills needed to cultivate the land successfully. It is intended for inexperienced individuals or families interested in establishing a homestead and finding sustainable income through agricultural practices, including crop production and animal husbandry. At the start of the book, the author reflects on the historical significance of agriculture in America and contrasts it with modern industrial society's challenges. He discusses the return to the land as a means of achieving economic security and improving quality of life amidst urbanization's complexities. The opening chapters outline essential considerations for transitioning to country living, such as selecting appropriate land, understanding soil types, and effectively establishing a country residence equipped with necessary utilities. Duryee aims to convey that, equipped with the right knowledge and resources, a successful and fulfilling rural life is possible. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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A Living from the Land - 1 online resource : multiple file formats
Release date is 2010-07-03
Produced by David Clarke and the Online Distributed
Proofreading Team at http://www.pgdp.net (This file was
produced from images generously made available by The
Internet Archive/American Libraries.) Produced by David Clarke and the Online Distributed
Proofreading Team at http://www.pgdp.net (This file was
produced from images generously made available by The
Internet Archive/American Libraries.)
"A Living from the Land" by William Budington Duryee is a practical guide on homesteading and agricultural living, written in the early 20th century. The book focuses on the growing trend of families moving from urban areas back to the countryside, emphasizing the knowledge and skills needed to cultivate the land successfully. It is intended for inexperienced individuals or families interested in establishing a homestead and finding sustainable income through agricultural practices, including crop production and animal husbandry. At the start of the book, the author reflects on the historical significance of agriculture in America and contrasts it with modern industrial society's challenges. He discusses the return to the land as a means of achieving economic security and improving quality of life amidst urbanization's complexities. The opening chapters outline essential considerations for transitioning to country living, such as selecting appropriate land, understanding soil types, and effectively establishing a country residence equipped with necessary utilities. Duryee aims to convey that, equipped with the right knowledge and resources, a successful and fulfilling rural life is possible. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
34003094
Agriculture
S