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In this age of deficits and downsizing, more and more Americans are trying to
make ends meet. And while some look at frugality as a waste of time, most admire
those who are able to be so tenacious and self-sufficient.
Amy Dacyczyn, the best selling author of The Tightwad Gazette, tells
how she made her dreams come true without mortgaging her future. Laura Martin-Bühler,
also known as the “Gentle Survivalist,” shares her philosophy of living simply in
the chaotic modern world. Roy Haynes, the self-proclaimed “cheapest man in America,”
explains how his humble inner-city upbringing shaped his world view. Vicki Robin
remembers Joe Dominquez, the visionary co-author of Your Money or Your Life,
(an excerpt of which is included).
Quoting from the back cover: “MORE, MORE, MORE!” It’s the cry of the consumer
culture— the urge to buy (or even borrow) your way to happiness. But an ever-growing
segment of society is standing firm and shouting: “LESS, LESS, LESS!” Saying no to
conspicuous consumption and wasteful spending that’s destroying our planet, our peace
of mind and our pocketbooks. Instead of scrambling to “fit in” and “keep up,” they’re
fighting back and avoiding the vicious cycle of debt and stress that lies at the end
of advertising’s lure. And in this lively collection of essays, they explain the
simplicity movement and the new frugality— the inspirations, the ideas and the
improvements they’ve brought to so many lives.
With hundreds of tips on simple living, and a helpful resource section,
“The Simple Life”shows you how to escape the manipulative machine of
materialism . . . and finally take back control of your life.
All the contributors worked many hard hours to produce a book worthy of
your time and financial investment. It will make a great gift for your friends,
children and other relatives— a gift from the heart to help empower those you love.
“The Simple Life” may be ordered from your local bookstore or from
Edith Flowers Kilgo for $15.00. This includes the $2.00 S/H. If ordered before
December 31, 1998, you can have your choice of the three following reports for free!
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