First published in 1972, The Foxfire Book was a surprise bestseller that brought Appalachia's philosophy of simple living to hundreds of thousands of readers. Whether you wanted to hunt game, bake the old-fashioned way, or learn the art of successful moonshining, The Foxfire Museum and Heritage Center had a contact who could teach you how with clear, step-by-step instructions. This classic debut volume of the acclaimed series covers a diverse array of crafts and practical skills, including log cabin building, hog dressing, basketmaking, cooking, fencemaking, crop planting, hunting, and moonshining, as well as a look at the history of local traditions like snake lore and faith healing.
The Foxfire Book: Hog Dressing, Log Cabin Building, Mountain Crafts and Foods, Planting by the Signs, Snake Lore, Hunting Tales, Faith Healing, Moonshining, and Other Affairs of Plain Living
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Author: Eliot Wigginton
Binding: Paperback
ISBN: 9780385073530
Details:
Author: Eliot Wigginton
Brand: Anchor
Color: White
Features:
- folk wisdom and values for simple living
Binding: Paperback
Number Of Pages: 384
Release Date: 17-02-1972
Part Number: FF1
Package Dimensions: 9.2 x 6.0 x 1.1 inches Languages: English
EAN: 9780385073530
