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A Taste of Twochubbycubs The Cookbook: EXCLUSIVE PREVIEW
by James and AndersonTHREE MOUTHWATERING RECIPES FOR FREE - GET A TASTER OF TWOCHUBBYCUBS THE COOKBOOK!We're sharing three of our favourite recipes and an early snapshot of what's to come in our smashing new cookbook this Jan. This is food we can all cook, get healthier from doing so and have a right old laugh while we're at it. Sounds too good to be true? Download now to whet your appetite and get excited. These are the recipes inside:- - Lighter Spanakopita- - Date-wrecking Garlic Beef- - Lemon Chicken with OrzoThe photography is beautiful, the recipes are as simple and 90+ of them are under 500 calories (except for a few cheeky few when you've just got to treat yourself). Enjoy,James and Paul Anderson
Twochubbycubs The Diet Planner: Scribble your way to Slimming Success
by James and AndersonThe must-have six-month diet planner from the authors of the bestselling TWOCHUBBYCUBS The Cookbook.James and Paul will help you scribble your way to slimming success, reach your goals and have plenty of fun along the way. INCLUDING:- 10 pages per week for meal planning and shopping lists, plus a daily tracker to record your mood, water intake, minutes moved and calories. - 26 delicious, simple and affordable recipes perfect for batch cooking, freezing and leftover lunches. - Diary prompts and motivational sprinkles of silliness to give you extra boosts when you need them the most.- Beautiful colouring pages to kick back and personalise after a long, hard week.- Weekly challenges to encourage you to get active, cook more, be ridiculous and share the laughs with the amazing Cubs community.The Cubs are passionate about real food and real results - they want to show you how to lose weight without sacrificing your soul. Here is the answer to finding a positive, rewarding way to eat well, enjoy the journey and celebrate the highs and the lows with them by your side every step of the way.
Twochubbycubs Fast and Filling: 100 Delicious Slimming Recipes
by James and AndersonFast and Filling, the hotly anticipated second cookbook from Sunday Times bestselling authors, the twochubbycubs. Packed with 100 more delicious slimming recipes, all under 500 calories, beautifully photographed, with super clear instructions and tips - these fast, filling and flavoursome meals are designed to help with your weight loss whilst not feeling like 'diet food'. James and Paul will ensure you save precious time in the kitchen too - whether that's through meals cooked in minutes, or dinner ideas that can be scaled up and batch cooked for later. What to expect: « all recipes are calorie counted with clear indications of portions and prep and cook timings« 2CC store cupboard essentials« recipe symbols to indicate 'easy to scale', 'quick to make', 'good for lunches', 'freeze well', plus dietary tags for dairy-free, gluten-free, veggie and vegan« simple, affordable, family-friendly ingredients « more veggie recipes, plus a Minute Meals, One Pan and a Tighten the Belt chapter (for pre-pay day!)« more miniblogs of signature silliness - James and Paul will give you a newfound confidence to get cooking and have you laughing along the road to weight loss!
Twochubbycubs The Cookbook: 100 Tried and Tested Slimming Recipes
by James Anderson Paul Anderson*OFFICIAL SUNDAY TIMES BESTSELLER!*This must-have, delicious debut cookbook from the duo behind one of the UK's most popular slimming blogs, TWOCHUBBYCUBS, aka James and Paul Anderson - with 100 amazing, healthy yet filling recipes, all elegantly presented and beautifully photographed and each sprinkled with a mini-blog of total nonsense.James and Paul will give you a newfound confidence to get cooking and have you laughing along the road to weight loss. Fancy that?!INCLUDES: - 100 tasty, slimming meals - tried, tested and loved by the TWOCHUBBYCUBS - with 90 BRAND NEW RECIPES and 10 updated classics from the blog. - This is FUSS-FREE, RELIABLE and FILLING proper food you'll enjoy eating, that helped the cubs shed over 18 stone between them and it never once felt like a chore. - There's banging breakfasts, lunches to keep hunger locked up and mouth-watering dinners - plus fakeaways, lighter takes on your favourites and snacks, sides and desserts. - They've even added 'an occasional blow-out' chapter - those delectable dishes for once in a blue moon!
Twochubbycubs Dinner Time: Tasty, slimming dishes for every day of the week
by James Anderson Paul Anderson100+ dinner recipes under 500 calories from The Sunday Times bestselling authors!Dinner Time is the latest cookbook from the outrageously funny James & Paul, otherwise known as the twochubbycubs, here to arm you with meals that will fill you up throughout the week and keep those tastebuds happy, all while keeping you on track with your healthy eating. These are recipes for everyone: perfect plates for families, friends and meals made for sitting in front of the TV.There are incredible pastas, big batches of soups, stews and curries, salads and sides that will fill you, speedy dishes to throw together quickly, plus cubbies classics and fakeaway favourites to keep your Friday nights tasty. Dive in and enjoy feasting without the fuss, faff or fret - these are delicious dinners, drizzled with encouragement, support and laughter, to help you reach your goals!
Twochubbycubs Full-on Flavour: 100+ tasty, slimming meals under 500 calories (Twochubbycubs)
by James Anderson Paul AndersonJames and Paul, also known as the Twochubbycubs (triple Sunday Times Bestsellers mind you, no less), are finally back with their latest serving of flavoursome and filling recipes that are designed with one thing in mind: to give you delicious slimming dinners, lovely lunches and bangin' breakfasts without ever feeling like you're on a diet.Having lost over TEN STONE each, the Cubs know the importance of not only losing the weight but also keeping it off. There's no magical mystery: it's about enjoying your food and your meals being something you look forward to, not endure in the name of 'healthy eating'. As a result, every single meal in Full On Flavour might be low-calorie, but you're guaranteed wonderfully tasty meals that leave you satisfied. Not the best cook? Don't worry: nor are they by their own admission - so every meal is simple to prepare. Cooking for the family? No need to prepare your own 'special' food, these are meals for everyone to enjoy. Complex ingredients that you'll only use once? Not in this book - the Cubs are too tight for that malarkey. Like all the previous books, there is one key ingredient running all the way through: humour. The world of dieting and healthy eating can be a grey, boring affair, but not here - each recipe is prefaced by a little sprinkling of the frivolity that they're known for. On top of that, there's a guide to exercise and calorie counting if you're just getting started.With over 15,000 5* reviews of their previous books and hundreds of thousands of copies sold, you're in safe hands with the Cubs! Recipes include:Cheese 'n' onion French toast / Bacon and potato soup / Onion bhaji curry / Veggie cheats lasagne / Spring roll in a bowl / Pizza-stuffed meatloaf / Chocolate lava cakesFULL-ON FLAVOUR will become your absolute go-to for easy, daily cooking inspiration!
Diet, Nutrients, and Bone Health
by John J. B. Anderson Sanford C. Garner Philip J. KlemmerPresenting recent advancements in research findings and the resulting new schools of thought on the physiology of human bone, this comprehensive reference examines information on dietary pattern and specific nutrients in bone health. Written by experts in the areas of nutrition, bone function, and medicine, chapters include research on a variety of
The Mediterranean Way of Eating: Evidence for Chronic Disease Prevention and Weight Management
by John J.B. Anderson Marilyn C. SparlingScientific evidence accumulated over decades validates the idea that a plant-based dietary pattern, such as the traditional Mediterranean way of eating, promotes health and plays an important role in risk reduction and prevention of several chronic diseases. One of the great advantages of the Mediterranean diet is that it can be easily adopted by o
The Mediterranean Way of Eating: Evidence for Chronic Disease Prevention and Weight Management
by John J.B. Anderson Marilyn C. SparlingThis book presents evidence-based research that validates the traditional Mediterranean way of eating with respect to health. It offers information about an enjoyable, healthy way of eating that has stood the test of time, along with practical suggestions for incorporating the Mediterranean diet into daily life. The book addresses nutrients found in Mediterranean foods, how they function in the body, and why they are essential for optimal health. It highlights the Mediterranean diet's effectiveness in weight management and prevention and treatment of various chronic diseases.
CCEA GCSE Home Economics: Food And Nutrition (PDF)
by Nicola Anderson Claire ThomsonFully updated to cover the 2017 CCEA Home Economics: Food and Nutrition GCSE specification, this new edition of the market-leading textbook will guide your students through the content, prepare them for assessment and help you deliver an engaging, cost-effective Home Economics: Food and Nutrition course.- Ensures your students understand even the most challenging topics such as nutrition and consumer law with clear, accessible explanations of all subject content and simple definitions of key words- Helps students apply their understanding of food and nutrition with engaging and cost-effective practical food preparation and cooking activities - Differentiates with stretch and challenge activities to ensure progression and to challenge more able learners- Prepares students for Controlled Assessment with guidance on the Practical Food and Nutrition task- Supports exam preparation with advice on preparing for the written paper and practice exam-style questions throughout
Foundations: KS3 (PDF)
by Paul Anderson Pauline Parkman Sue Foreshaw Gemma Alldritt Kay Grey'Design and Technology Foundations' student books are matched to the KS3 assessment criteria and programme of study, with engaging content and activities to help develop the design skills and knowledge required at Key Stage 3 and beyond.
Brothers Grimm Cookbook
by Robert Tuesley AndersonA good fairytale transports you into a world of magical transformations, rags-to-riches adventures and most importantly, fantastic foods.Dive into the world of Grimm's fairytales with over 70 recipes that capture the flavour of the most evocative tales, from the famous gingerbread house in 'Hansel and Gretel', to the tantalising salad of fresh greens that gave Rapunzel her name. From the 'Forest Hut' Succotash, the Valiant Tailor's Swirly Sausage Rolls and Wishing Fish and Chips to Magic Pear and Walnut Squares, Golden Ring Cake and the Woodcutter's Chocolate Log you'll find healthy meals and indulgent treats for every occasion. Warm your soul with the comforting pancakes, roasts and stews that add spice to well-known tales such as 'Snow-White' and 'Cinderella' and discover lesser known classics like 'The Golden Bird', 'White Snake' and 'The Jasmine Tree' through the magical foods that enrich each story. As you feast your way through breakfasts, lunches, light bites, mains, delicious desserts and drinks you'll learn more about the history of each fairytale and how they have fed our collective imagination over the years.
The Elven Cookbook: A Recipe Book Inspired by the Elves of Tolkien
by Robert Tuesley AndersonDiscover Tolkien's Elves like never before with 60 easy and delicious recipes inspired by all things Elven from The Silmarillion, The Hobbit and The Lord of the Rings. This is the perfect, must-have addition to any Tolkien fan's bookshelf.The Elven Cookbook features photos of many of the recipes as well as stunning line illustrations of Elves by renowned illustrator Victor Ambrus. There are short feature essays that explore the compelling role of food in Tolkien's works, and bring the Elven world - from their creation by the Valar in The Silmarillion to their final departure from Middle-earth at the end of The Lord of the Rings - to life.From a real-world take on a recipe for Lembas Bread to original creations such as Celebrimbor's Dropped Scones and Mirkwood Coq-au-Vin, you'll discover recipes for every meal of the day that transport you into Tolkien's world.With vegan, vegetarian, gluten-free and omnivorous recipes, there's something for everyone and The Elven Cookbook is the perfect gift for every Tolkien fan looking for inspiration in the kitchen.This work is unofficial and is not authorized by the Tolkien Estate or HarperCollins Publishers.
Jane Austen's Table: Recipes Inspired by the Works of Jane Austen: Picnics, Feasts and Afternoon Teas
by Robert Tuesley AndersonFrom picnicking on Box Hill and supper at the Netherfield Ball, to Mrs. Bennet's family dinners and strawberry picking at Donwell Abbey, food plays a valuable role in the novels of literary heroine Jane Austen.Jane Austen's Table brings readers a sumptuous array of recipes that capture all the spirit and verve of the food of Jane Austen's world and the Regency era, adapted and reimagined for the modern day. Including recipes such as Netherfield White Soup, Box Hill Picnic Pies, General Tilney's Hot Chocolate, and Summer Berry Delice, this beautiful collection of over 70 recipes provides an irresistibly charming experience of Austen's novels like no other.This beautiful cookbook also features fascinating insights into the food of Jane Austen's world in the form of short essays and recipe notes, making this the perfect addition to any Austen fan's bookshelf.· Recreate the delicious meals, picnics and tidbits from the novels of Jane Austen, and indulge in all the luxury and splendour of the Regency period.· Discover food and drink for every occasion, from picnics and suppers to sweet delights for your very own routs and balls.· Immerse yourself in Austen's world and all the pomp and charm of the eighteenth century with detailed notes and essays featured throughout.
Recipes from the World of Tolkien: Inspired by the Legends
by Robert Tuesley AndersonEver wondered what Lembas Bread, Cram, or Beorn's Honey Cakes might taste like?From Crickhollow Apple Loaf, Pippin's Minas Tirith Lunch, and Brandywine Fish Pie to Dwarven Spiced Pickled Beetroot, Westfarthing Fairings, and Beorn's Twice-Baked Cakes, Recipes from the World of Tolkien includes over 75 mouth-watering recipes that will take you on a journey through Middle-earth, delivering a treat for your taste buds and your imagination.Immerse yourself in Tolkien's epic fantasy world with recipes inspired by its places and characters. Whether it's breakfast or second breakfast, elevenses or afternoon tea, lunch or dinner - cook up a feast fit for orcs and elves alike.This collection of delicious recipes also features stunning illustrations and artwork throughout, as well as short feature essays that explore the compelling role of food in Tolkien's works. This is the perfect, must-have addition to any Tolkien fan's bookshelf.This work is unofficial and is not authorized by the Tolkien Estate or HarperCollins Publishers.
Nanban: Japanese Soul Food
by Tim AndersonJapanese Soul Food is all about punchy flavours and moreish comfort food. Think a bowl of ramen overflowing with toppings and texture and flavour, gyoza full of umami and spice, or the meltingly soft pork belly buns popularized by Momofuku in New York. Currently exploding on the UK scene by way of street-food, ramen bars and easy-going eateries, this is the antidote to typical Japanese restaurant cuisine. In Nanban, Tim Anderson brings us the best of Japanese Soul Food. From the Sasebo Burger to Japanese twists on Fried Chicken the book is full of unexpected treats. There are chapters on sauces, small dishes, large dishes, grilled items, ramen, desserts and drinks; Tim explains Japanese ingredients, how to get them, and how to substitute if you can’t; and he includes easy recipes for beginners as well as a couple of bigger projects for food geeks. Nanban means Southern Barbarian in Japanese and it is what they dubbed the first European settlers. It is a fitting title for Tim Anderson whose passion for taking risks and soulful food saw him win MasterChef with a burger recipe. Nanban also describes all that is good about the Soul Food recipes in this book: bold flavours, hearty dishes, and unrefined deliciousness.
A Philosophy of Recipes: Making, Experiencing, and Valuing
by Andrea Borghini and Patrik EngischThis volume addresses the nature and identity of recipes from a cross-disciplinary perspective. Contributors study the values and norms guiding the naming, production, and consumption of recipes, scrutinizing their relationship to territory, makers, eaters, and places of production. Along the road, they uncover the multifaceted conceptual and value-laden questions that a study of recipes raises regarding cultural appropriation and the interplay between aesthetics and ethics in recipe making.With contributors specializing in philosophy, law, anthropology, sociology, history, and other disciplines, this volume will be of vital importance for those looking to understand the complex nature of food and the way recipes have shaped culinary cultures throughout history.
A Cultural History of Plants in the Early Modern Era (The Cultural Histories Series)
by Andrew Dalby and Annette GieseckeA Cultural History of Plants in the Early Modern Era covers the period from 1400 to 1650, a time of discovery and rediscovery, of experiment and innovation. Renaissance learning brought ancient knowledge to modern European consciousness whilst exploration placed all the continents in contact with one another. The dissemination of knowledge was further speeded by the spread of printing. New staples and spices, new botanical medicines, and new garden plants all catalysed agriculture, trade, and science. The great medical botanists of the period attempted no less than what Marlowe's Dr Faustus demanded - a book “wherein I might see all plants, herbs, and trees that grow upon the earth.” Human impact on plants and our botanical knowledge had irrevocably changed. The 6 volume set of the Cultural History of Plants presents the first comprehensive history of the uses and meanings of plants from prehistory to today. The themes covered in each volume are plants as staple foods; plants as luxury foods; trade and exploration; plant technology and science; plants and medicine; plants in culture; plants as natural ornaments; the representation of plants. Andrew Dalby is an independent scholar and writer, based in France. Annette Giesecke is Professor of Classics at the University of Delaware, USA. Volume 3 in the Cultural History of Plants set.General Editors: Annette Giesecke, University of Delaware, USA, and David Mabberley, University of Oxford, UK.
Routledge Handbook of Animal Welfare (Routledge Environment and Sustainability Handbooks)
by Andrew Knight, Clive Phillips, and Paula SparksThis handbook presents a much-needed and comprehensive exploration of the rapidly growing fields of animal welfare and law. In recent years there has been increasing attention paid to our complex, multifaceted relationships with other animals, and in particular, the depth and breadth of various societal uses of animals. This has led to a reconsideration of their moral and social status, which has sometimes challenged the interests of those who use animals. In such a contested domain, sound evidence and reasoning become particularly important. Through firm commitment to such principles, this book explores the biological foundations for the moral consideration of animals and for evolving conceptualisations of animal welfare. It reviews in detail the welfare concerns associated with numerous forms of animal use. The inclusion of key recent developments such as climate change, pandemics, and antimicrobial resistance, ensures this text is among the most current in its field. The ethical implications of the various uses of animals by society are considered, and chapters provide important recommendations for reforms of practice, law, or policy. The status of animal law internationally, and in major world regions, is reviewed. Finally, the book considers human behavioural change and strategies for improving stakeholder communication and education. The handbook is essential reading for students and scholars of animal welfare, animal law and animal ethics everywhere, and for policy-makers and other professionals working in the animal welfare sector.
The Whisky Barons
by Allen AndrewsThe success of today's whisky industry was based largely on the commercial drive and foresight of a select group of whisky merchants who took the business world by storm in the late-18th and early-19th centuries. As the manufacture of blended whisky took off, the likes of Tommy Dewar, Thomas Buchanan, John Walker, Arthur Bell and Peter Mackie all established brands that have remained amongst the top-selling whiskies in the world. These men had much in common: they were all Scots from humble beginnings, served long apprenticeships and ultimately set out on their own to build their own companies. This is the story of how these Scots changed the face of the world of whisky for ever, and in doing so became incredibly wealthy. The industry that they took by the scruff of the neck has never looked back and many of the sales techniques and the business culture they created are still in place today.
The Ultimate Slow Cooker Cookbook: The Kitchen must-have From the bestselling author of The Ultimate Air Fryer Cookbook
by Clare AndrewsHARNESS THE POWER OF SLOW COOKING ALL YEAR ROUND TO SAVE MONEY, TIME, AND LOCK-IN ULTIMATE FLAVOUR. Our busy world doesn't leave much time for making delicious food, but utilising your slow cooker may be the key to creating mouth-watering meals. Cooked low and slow for big flavour, save on your energy bills while still having time to go about your day. Inside you'll find a guide on how to cook your essential ingredients - jacket potatoes, rice, aubergine, whole chicken, lamb chops and more - as well as 80 tasty recipes ranging between: - Fragrant Chickpea Curry with Lemon and Coriander Rice - Beef and Mushroom Stroganoff - Honey and Hoisin Duck Wraps - Oxtail with Guiness Mustard Gravy - Vegan Chilli Con Carne- Easy Peasy Pizza - Pear and Apple Crumble- Sticky Toffee Pudding ... and so much more! This is your ultimate guide to slow cooking from the expert in time and energy-saving recipes, the bestselling author of The Ultimate Air-fryer Cookbook, Clare Andrews.Praise for Clare Andrews Ultimate seriesNamed the 'Best slow cooker cookbook for beginners' by BBC Good Food‘From simple midweek meals to whole joints of meat and even desserts, you'll discover how to bring the magic of air-frying to every culinary occasion’ Sunday Express‘The air fryer guru . . . Packed with 80 tasty and accessible recipes and contains invaluable advice on the different types of air fryer on the market, as well as how to use and maintain them’ OK! Magazine‘Use Clare Andrews' energy-saving recipes - and the must-have gadget of the moment - to create speedy, healthy family meals that are bang on budget and delicious to boot’ Hello!‘A real must-have for the kitchen. Delicious recipes’ Chat Special‘Delicious dishes’ The Courier‘Delicious recipes’ Pick Me Up
The Ultimate Air Fryer Cookbook: THE SUNDAY TIMES BESTSELLER BY THE AUTHOR FEATURED ON CHANNEL 5’S AIRFRYERS: DO YOU KNOW WHAT YOU’RE MISSING?
by Clare Andrews Air Fryer UKDiscover easy, delicious and energy-saving recipes with The Ultimate Air-Fryer Cookbook - the MUST-HAVE kitchen companion to save you time and moneyTHE SUNDAY TIMES NO. 2 BESTSELLER'From simple midweek meals to whole joints of meat and even desserts, you'll discover how to bring the magic of air-frying to every culinary occasion' SUNDAY EXPRESS'The air fryer guru . . . Packed with tasty and accessible recipes and invaluable advice' OK! MAGAZINE'A real must-have for the kitchen. Delicious recipes' CHAT SPECIAL'Speedy, healthy family meals that are bang on budget and delicious to boot' HELLO!__________The last thing anyone needs right now is to worry about the cost of cooking their dinner. And with air fryers proven to be quicker, healthier and up to 80% cheaper than a traditional oven, we don't need to . . .This is the ultimate guide to cooking easy and delicious meals using the most valuable kitchen item. From simple midweek meals to whole joints of meat, hearty breakfasts to desserts and cakes, The Ultimate Air-Fryer Cookbook will teach you how to bring the magic of air-frying into every meal.Featuring over 80 delicious recipes that will show you that the air fryer is for so much more than chips, including:· Celeriac Rösti served with the perfect air-fried poached egg· Turkey Meatballs with Air-Fried Tomato Sauce to· Butternut Squash Sliders and· Choc Chip Cookies. . . there really is no end to what you can make with you air fryer!As well as these mouth-watering recipes, you will also find expert guidance on making the most of your air fryer, metric measurements for UK kitchens, and practical advice on cleaning and maintenance, making this the must-have air fryer cookbook.__________Why use an air fryer? . . .· They use 80% less energy and cooking meals up to twice as fast, air fryers offer the perfect low-energy alternative to traditional ovens.· Crisp and delicious food that is low in fat. Air fryers use substantially less fat than other methods of frying.· Not just for chips! Includes over 80 recipes covering everything from meat and vegetables to desserts and cakes· Invaluable advice talks you through the different types of air fryer, as well as how to use and maintain them.
The Slow Food Story: Politics and Pleasure
by Geoff AndrewsThe Slow Food movement was set up in Italy as a response to the dominance of fast food chains, supermarkets and large-scale agribusiness. It seeks to defend what it calls 'the universal right to pleasure' and promotes an alternative approach to food production and consumption based on the promotion of 'good, clean and fair' local products.*BR* *BR*This is the first in-depth study of the fascinating politics of Slow Food, which in twenty years has grown into an international organisation with more than 80,000 members in over 100 countries. With its roots in the 1960s and 1970s counter-culture, Slow Food's distinctive politics lie in the unity between gastronomic pleasure and environmental responsibility. The movement crosses the left-right divide to embrace both the conservative desire to preserve traditional rural communities and an alternative 'virtuous' idea of globalisation.*BR* *BR*Geoff Andrews shows that the alternative future embodied in Slow Food extends to all aspects of modern life. The Slow Food Story presents an extensive new critique of fast-moving, work-obsessed contemporary capitalist culture.
The Slow Food Story: Politics and Pleasure
by Geoff AndrewsThe Slow Food movement was set up in Italy as a response to the dominance of fast food chains, supermarkets and large-scale agribusiness. It seeks to defend what it calls 'the universal right to pleasure' and promotes an alternative approach to food production and consumption based on the promotion of 'good, clean and fair' local products.*BR* *BR*This is the first in-depth study of the fascinating politics of Slow Food, which in twenty years has grown into an international organisation with more than 80,000 members in over 100 countries. With its roots in the 1960s and 1970s counter-culture, Slow Food's distinctive politics lie in the unity between gastronomic pleasure and environmental responsibility. The movement crosses the left-right divide to embrace both the conservative desire to preserve traditional rural communities and an alternative 'virtuous' idea of globalisation.*BR* *BR*Geoff Andrews shows that the alternative future embodied in Slow Food extends to all aspects of modern life. The Slow Food Story presents an extensive new critique of fast-moving, work-obsessed contemporary capitalist culture.
Basic Bread Baking: Storey's Country Wisdom Bulletin A-198 (Storey Country Wisdom Bulletin)
by Glenn AndrewsSince 1973, Storey's Country Wisdom Bulletins have offered practical, hands-on instructions designed to help readers master dozens of country living skills quickly and easily. There are now more than 170 titles in this series, and their remarkable popularity reflects the common desire of country and city dwellers alike to cultivate personal independence in everyday life.