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In the 1970s, Dolly Freed lived off the land dirt cheap and plum easy. Living in their own house on a half-acre lot outside of Philadelphia for almost five years, Dolly and her father produced their own food and drink and spent roughly $700 each per year. Thirty years later Dolly Freed's Possum Living is as fascinating and pertinent as it was in 1978. Tin House is reissuing the survivalist classic with a foreword by David Gates and an afterword by the author.

Joe repairs homes. With each job, he enters somebody's private world. Revealing a life. Or changing it. The life of a craftsman has its challenges, such as collecting an overdue bill from an irate psychopath - and its charms, such as the blonde in the hot tub. Joe has made every mistake and met every kind of homeowner - the good, the bad, the profoundly weird.

Slash your bills, boost your comfort, and save the planet with this easy guide to energy-efficient home improvement. Are you curious about how small changes can make a big difference for the environment—and the well-being of your family? Are you wondering how to sort through the overwhelming number of options and technical jargon associated with energy-efficient upgrades? If so, you’re not the only one. 9 out of 10 homebuyers would rather buy a more expensive home with energy-efficient features versus a cheaper and less energy-efficient home.

Step into adulthood confidently, even if you feel lost and overwhelmed by the responsibilities that lie ahead. Are you struggling to navigate the whirlwind of adulthood, feeling like you're stumbling through life's decisions without a map? Do you find yourself wishing for an instruction manual for adulting? Do you ever wonder how others seem to have it all together when you're just trying to figure out the basics like budgeting, cooking, and time management?