LIVING OFF THE LAND

Greywood Publishing, Don Mills, ON.  ISBN 0-7745-0161-3.  MMPB, 400 pages including Index, followed by ads.  Wraps show edge and cover wear, creases and reading creases, age toning.  Binding tight with tanning pages; some straightened corner bends.  ‘Basically, the book describes how to be self-sufficient on five acres of land.  Discussed in detail are sections on how to plan and finance your acreage; methods of successful organic farming; growing vegetables, fruit trees and cash crops; as well as the importance of proper soil preparation and cultivation.  A detailed section on edible wild foods, both plant and animal, is also included.’ (from rear wrap)