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Book The Resilient Pantry

    Book Details:
  • Author : Barrett Williams
  • Publisher : Barrett Williams
  • Release : 2024-04-12
  • ISBN :
  • Pages : 109 pages

Download or read book The Resilient Pantry written by Barrett Williams and published by Barrett Williams. This book was released on 2024-04-12 with total page 109 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Welcome to the essential guide for securing your nutrition now and into the future "The Resilient Pantry". This comprehensive digital encyclopedia is not just a book—it is the compass pointing towards a self-sufficient, prepared, and empowered way of life. For those who know the true value of readiness, this eBook is tailored to transform your approach to food preservation and long-term storage. Dive into a treasure trove of knowledge with 30 meticulously crafted chapters, detailing everything from the essentials of dehydration, canning, and freezing, to the art of fermentation and smoking meats. This guide doesn't just scratch the surface; it deepens your understanding of principles that buttress a resilient lifestyle. There is no stone left unturned as you explore section-wise insights on managing a sustainable pantry, whether it involves the selection of robust food sources or the intricacies of water purification and storage. Setting up an efficient rotation system for your stockpile need not be bewildering. Unravel the mystery with structured tactics and delve into the exciting world of advanced techniques that will maximize shelf life, flavor, and nutrition. And when it comes to creating the perfect storage space, control is in your hands as you learn the science behind temperature, humidity, and pest control. Imagine transforming your garden produce into culinary treasures with expert harvesting and storage techniques, or having the satisfaction of personally smoking and curing meats to perfection. "The Resilient Pantry" is not simply a guide—it is a path to resilience and independence in the face of any challenge, with special emphasis on sustainability, health, and the economics of responsible food stockpiling. In a time where preparation can be the difference between thriving and merely surviving, this eBook serves as your loyal companion. It provides strategies and wisdom to navigate food storage, manage a crisis, and pass on the legacy of self-sufficiency to future generations. Gear up for a journey that culminates in advancing from a well-stocked pantry to an entirely self-sufficient lifestyle. Are you ready to embrace a future where your food security is unshakable? Step into "The Resilient Pantry”— your definitive guide for creating an enduring and sustainable food stronghold. Secure, sustain, and thrive; the time is now.

Book The Resilient Farm and Homestead

Download or read book The Resilient Farm and Homestead written by Ben Falk and published by Chelsea Green Publishing Company. This book was released on 2013 with total page 323 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The Resilient Farm and Homestead is a manual for developing durable, beautiful, and highly functional human habitat systems fit to handle an age of rapid transition. Ben Falk is a land designer and site developer whose permaculture-research farm has drawn national attention. The site is a terraced paradise on a hillside in Vermont that would otherwise be overlooked by conventional farmers as unworthy farmland. Falk's wide array of fruit trees, rice paddies (relatively unheard of in the Northeast), ducks, nuts, and earth-inspired buildings is a hopeful image for the future of regenerative agriculture and modern homesteading. The book covers nearly every strategy Falk and his team have been testing at the Whole Systems Research Farm over the past decade, as well as experiments from other sites Falk has designed through his off-farm consulting business. The book includes detailed information on earthworks; gravity-fed water systems; species composition; the site-design process; site management; fuelwood hedge production and processing; human health and nutrient-dense production strategies; rapid topsoil formation and remineralization; agroforestry/silvopasture/grazing; ecosystem services, especially regarding flood mitigation; fertility management; human labor and social-systems aspects; tools/equipment/appropriate technology; and much more, complete with gorgeous photography and detailed design drawings. The Resilient Farm and Homestead is more than just a book of tricks and techniques for regenerative site development, but offers actual working results in living within complex farm-ecosystems based on research from the "great thinkers" in permaculture, and presents a viable home-scale model for an intentional food-producing ecosystem in cold climates, and beyond. Inspiring to would-be homesteaders everywhere, but especially for those who find themselves with "unlikely" farming land, Falk is an inspiration in what can be done by imitating natural systems, and making the most of what we have by re-imagining what's possible. A gorgeous case study for the homestead of the future.

Book Resilient Home

    Book Details:
  • Author : Barrett Williams
  • Publisher : Barrett Williams
  • Release : 2024-04-29
  • ISBN :
  • Pages : 73 pages

Download or read book Resilient Home written by Barrett Williams and published by Barrett Williams. This book was released on 2024-04-29 with total page 73 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Step across the threshold of ordinary and discover the secrets to creating an unshakable sanctuary in "Resilient Home." This enlightening guide meticulously unfolds the many layers of establishing a homestead that not only stands firm against the storms of life but also cultivates a profound sense of security and well-being. Immerse yourself in the wealth of knowledge contained within, starting with a curiosity-driven investigation into what truly defines a resilient home. Explore the symbiotic relationship between your living space and your inner peace through chapters that delve deeply into the heart of domestic stability. "Resilient Home" masterfully steers you away from the superficial and guides you into an authentic resilience that is as timeless as it is modern. From the foundational elements that contribute to a secure environment, to innovative methods of organizing your home to reduce stress—each chapter is a roadmap to tranquility. Tap into the powerful effects of color psychology, discover how to create a dedicated calming space, and learn how to build up your home's defenses with both advanced technology and low-tech, reliable strategies. Why stop at aesthetics when you can embed resilience in every aspect of your home? Gain practical insight into optimizing energy use for sustainability and peace of mind, craft a disaster readiness plan that stands up to the unexpected, and transform your kitchen into a bastion of self-sufficiency during uncertain times. Beyond creating a fortress, this book teaches you how to weave restorative energy throughout your habitat. Experience the pleasure of bonding with your loved ones through resilience-building activities and learn how to invite nature indoors to breathe vibrancy into every corner. "Resilient Home" is more than a guide—it's an invitation to innovate, to reclaim control, and to fashion a living space that serves as a wellspring of strength. Whether you're seeking to elevate your sanctuary room ambiance, purify your air quality, orchestrate a serene soundscape, or integrate the arts for inspiration and reflection, this book is your compass to a home that embodies not just safety, but a resounding, renewing resilience. Embrace the journey towards a home that doesn’t just shelter but genuinely enriches your life, every single day.

Book Feeding the Other

    Book Details:
  • Author : Rebecca T. De Souza
  • Publisher : MIT Press
  • Release : 2019-04-09
  • ISBN : 0262352796
  • Pages : 313 pages

Download or read book Feeding the Other written by Rebecca T. De Souza and published by MIT Press. This book was released on 2019-04-09 with total page 313 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: How food pantries stigmatize their clients through a discourse that emphasizes hard work, self help, and economic productivity rather than food justice and equity. The United States has one of the highest rates of hunger and food insecurity in the industrialized world, with poor households, single parents, and communities of color disproportionately affected. Food pantries—run by charitable and faith-based organizations—rather than legal entitlements have become a cornerstone of the government's efforts to end hunger. In Feeding the Other, Rebecca de Souza argues that food pantries stigmatize their clients through a discourse that emphasizes hard work, self help, and economic productivity rather than food justice and equity. De Souza describes this “framing, blaming, and shaming” as “neoliberal stigma” that recasts the structural issue of hunger as a problem for the individual hungry person. De Souza shows how neoliberal stigma plays out in practice through a comparative case analysis of two food pantries in Duluth, Minnesota. Doing so, she documents the seldom-acknowledged voices, experiences, and realities of people living with hunger. She describes the failure of public institutions to protect citizens from poverty and hunger; the white privilege of pantry volunteers caught between neoliberal narratives and social justice concerns; the evangelical conviction that food assistance should be “a hand up, not a handout”; the culture of suspicion in food pantry spaces; and the constraints on food choice. It is only by rejecting the neoliberal narrative and giving voice to the hungry rather than the privileged, de Souza argues, that food pantries can become agents of food justice.

Book The Resilient Gardener

    Book Details:
  • Author : Carol Deppe
  • Publisher : Chelsea Green Publishing
  • Release : 2010
  • ISBN : 160358031X
  • Pages : 354 pages

Download or read book The Resilient Gardener written by Carol Deppe and published by Chelsea Green Publishing. This book was released on 2010 with total page 354 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Scientist/gardener Carol Deppe combines her passion for gardening with newly emerging scientific information from many fields climatology, ecology, anthropology, sustainable agriculture, nutrition, and health science. In The Resilient Gardener, Deppe extends these principles with detailed information about growing and using five keystone crops that are especially important for anyone seeking greater self-reliance: potatoes, corn, beans, squash, and eggs.

Book Reinventing Food Banks and Pantries

Download or read book Reinventing Food Banks and Pantries written by Katie S. Martin and published by Island Press. This book was released on 2021-03-09 with total page 282 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: In the US, there is a wide-ranging network of at least 370 food banks, and more than 60,000 hunger-relief organizations such as food pantries and meal programs. These groups provide billions of meals a year to people in need. And yet hunger still affects one in nine Americans. What are we doing wrong? In Reinventing Food Banks and Pantries, Katie Martin argues that if handing out more and more food was the answer, we would have solved the problem of hunger decades ago. Martin instead presents a new model for charitable food, one where success is measured not by pounds of food distributed but by lives changed. The key is to focus on the root causes of hunger. When we shift our attention to strategies that build empathy, equity, and political will, we can implement real solutions. Martin shares those solutions in a warm, engaging style, with simple steps that anyone working or volunteering at a food bank or pantry can take today. Some are short-term strategies to create a more dignified experience for food pantry clients: providing client choice, where individuals select their own food, or redesigning a waiting room with better seating and a designated greeter. Some are longer-term: increasing the supply of healthy food, offering job training programs, or connecting clients to other social services. And some are big picture: joining the fight for living wages and a stronger social safety net. These strategies are illustrated through inspiring success stories and backed up by scientific research. Throughout, readers will find a wealth of proven ideas to make their charitable food organizations more empathetic and more effective. As Martin writes, it takes more than food to end hunger. Picking up this insightful, lively book is a great first step.

Book Feeding Cities

    Book Details:
  • Author : Christopher Bosso
  • Publisher : Taylor & Francis
  • Release : 2016-11-10
  • ISBN : 1317237129
  • Pages : 211 pages

Download or read book Feeding Cities written by Christopher Bosso and published by Taylor & Francis. This book was released on 2016-11-10 with total page 211 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: There is enormous current interest in urban food systems, with a wide array of policies and initiatives intended to increase food security, decrease ecological impacts and improve public health. This volume is a cross-disciplinary and applied approach to urban food system sustainability, health, and equity. The contributions are from researchers working on social, economic, political and ethical issues associated with food systems. The book's focus is on the analysis of and lessons obtained from specific experiences relevant to local food systems, such as tapping urban farmers markets to address issues of food access and public health, and use of zoning to restrict the density of fast food restaurants with the aim of reducing obesity rates. Other topics considered include building a local food business to address the twin problems of economic and nutritional distress, developing ways to reduce food waste and improve food access in poor urban neighborhoods, and asking whether the many, and diverse, hopes for urban agriculture are justified. The chapters show that it is critical to conduct research on existing efforts to determine what works and to develop best practices in pursuit of sustainable and socially just urban food systems. The main examples discussed are from the United States, but the issues are applicable internationally.

Book Out of the Pantry

    Book Details:
  • Author : Ronni Robinson
  • Publisher :
  • Release : 2020-07-04
  • ISBN : 9781735184807
  • Pages : 286 pages

Download or read book Out of the Pantry written by Ronni Robinson and published by . This book was released on 2020-07-04 with total page 286 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A brutally honest glimpse into the trials, pervasive thoughts, and heartbreak of a compulsive overeater, discover how Ronni gains the courage and strength to live her life without being a slave to food.

Book Islas

    Book Details:
  • Author : Von Diaz
  • Publisher : Chronicle Books
  • Release : 2024-03-12
  • ISBN : 1797215256
  • Pages : 308 pages

Download or read book Islas written by Von Diaz and published by Chronicle Books. This book was released on 2024-03-12 with total page 308 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: An intimate reflection on tropical island cooking's bold flavors and big stories, with 125 recipes, from celebrated food writer Von Diaz. The islands spanning the Indian, Atlantic, and Pacific Oceans are remarkable places, sharing dozens of ingredients and cooking techniques, including marinating, pickling and fermentation, braising and stewing, frying, grilling and smoking, and steaming and in-ground roasting. Bold flavors drip from the edges of each dish with tastes that represent stories of resistance, persistence, and wisdom passed down from generation to generation. This narrative cookbook by writer, documentary producer, and author Von Diaz travels across oceans and nations to uplift the shared ancestral cooking techniques of these islands in more than 125 recipes, including intimate profiles of the historical context of each technique, stories from islanders, and step-by-step guides for recreating them at home. Recipes include: Coco Bread from Jamaica Arroz con Jueyes (Stewed Crab Rice) from Puerto Rico Masikita (Papaya-Marinated Beef Skewers) from Madagascar Bebek Betutu (Roasted Duck in Banana Leaf) from Indonesia Lechon Kawali (Crispy Fried Pork Belly) from the Philippines Bright citrus and vinegars, verdant herbs, slow-cooked and smoky grilled meats, fresh seafood, aromatic rice, and earthy root vegetables: These flavors, found in the meals and recipes across these island nations pair remarkably well together, despite distance and cultural differences. The ingredients and deep-rooted cooking techniques in each of these recipes typify the harmonious, synchronous spirit found in each culture's unique cuisines. Even amid environmental chaos and food insecurity, islanders cook in ways that are soul nourishing and flavorful. Islas is about preserving the wisdom, values, and resilience of the people who live in some of the most volatile, vulnerable places on this planet. Each recipe, an archive of strategies for persistence, creativity, and ingenuity, provides a path for cooking delicious food. But above all, these stories and recipes acknowledge that cooking delicious food for others is always a selfless act. AN AUTHENTIC DEEP DIVE INTO UNDERREPRESENTED FOODWAYS: Amid environmental chaos and food insecurity, and with limited ingredients, islanders cook in ways that are soul nourishing and emphasize flavor. This book expertly and authentically presents the diverse recipes and techniques of the islands of the Indian, Atlantic, and Pacific Oceans. DETAILED RECIPES AND FULL-COLOR PHOTOGRAPHS: Each of the techniques and recipes are paired with lots of how-tos and step-by-step guides, including key historical and scientific background to help you master these delicious recipes—from quick pickles to soups, stews, and barbecues—at home. EXPERT AUTHOR AND A LEADING VOICE: Von Diaz is a celebrated author and seasoned food researcher who has dedicated her life to bringing forth unique food stories and the people behind them. Perfect for: Anyone interested in learning more about AAPI cooking and cuisine A great hostess gift or self-purchase for those who enjoy entertaining and exploring food cultures around the world An educational and practical resource for sustainable cooking enthusiasts Special occasion, holiday, or birthday present for foodies and cookbook collectors Those who enjoy Salt, Fat, Acid, Heat; Coconut & Sambal; Cook Real Hawai'i; and Ottolenghi cookbooks

Book Community Nutrition Resilience in Greater Miami

Download or read book Community Nutrition Resilience in Greater Miami written by Franziska Alesso-Bendisch and published by Springer Nature. This book was released on 2019-09-10 with total page 232 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This book conceptualizes community nutrition resilience as a critical area that is currently lacking the attention it requires from both the public and private sectors. The book spotlights Greater Miami’s resilience efforts, both responding to slowly developing challenges such as immigration, environmental deterioration, and the wealth distribution gap, as well as sudden disasters such as hurricanes or flooding driven by climate change. Drawing on existing literature as well as interviews with professionals working in the field, the author makes recommendations on how to incorporate food systems into urban resilience planning, how to prioritize resilience on urban food agendas, and how to strengthen food system resilience through public, private, and third sector level engagement. She also highlights how the availability of and access to nutritious food impact the health, performance, and well-being of communities in the region, thus making a strong case for the prioritization of this growing issue.

Book Sustainable Appetite  Redefining Food Production for the Planet

Download or read book Sustainable Appetite Redefining Food Production for the Planet written by Shu Chen Hou and published by Shu Chen Hou. This book was released on with total page 199 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Introducing "Sustainable Appetite: Redefining Food Production for the Planet” 🌱 Are you ready to be a part of the change our planet urgently needs? Discover the groundbreaking book that unveils a transformative journey towards a sustainable food future—"Sustainable Appetite: Redefining Food Production for the Planet.” 🌍 In a world grappling with environmental challenges, food scarcity, and the undeniable impact of our choices, this book is your guide to understanding and embracing a food system that nourishes both people and the planet. 🍽️ Explore the World of Sustainable Food: Dive into a comprehensive exploration of the global food production challenge, the staggering environmental impact of conventional practices, and the undeniable need for sustainable solutions. With meticulously researched insights, this book reveals how our food choices can redefine the world around us. 🌿 Uncover Innovative Solutions: Discover innovative practices that promise to revolutionize how we produce, distribute, and consume food. From agroecology and urban farming to lab-grown alternatives and circular economies, "Sustainable Appetite" offers a glimpse into the future of food production. 🛤️ Navigate Challenges and Solutions: Delve into the complexities of economic constraints, technological limitations, consumer awareness, and policy changes. This book equips you with actionable strategies to address these challenges and drive meaningful change. 🤝 Join the Movement: Embrace your role in shaping a more sustainable food future. Through compelling case studies, empowering consumer choices, and effective policy advocacy, "Sustainable Appetite" empowers you to become an agent of transformation. 📚 Order Your Copy Today: 🌟 Empower yourself with knowledge that empowers the planet. 🌟 Be part of a movement that redefines how we nourish ourselves and our world. 🌟 Embrace sustainable practices that create a brighter future for generations to come. Step into the pages of "Sustainable Appetite: Redefining Food Production for the Planet" and discover how every choice you make can be a step towards a thriving and resilient global food system. 🌎 Order Now and Be Part of the Solution! 🌱

Book Embracing the Chill

Download or read book Embracing the Chill written by Barrett Williams and published by Barrett Williams. This book was released on 2024-05-02 with total page 97 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Step into a world where the frosty breath of winter is not a foe, but a friend to embrace. "Embracing the Chill" is a transformative guide that unlocks the secrets to not just surviving, but thriving during the coldest days of the year on your homestead. This is not just another guidebook—it's an invitation to a seasonal symphony where each chapter is a movement, guiding the reader through the harmonies of winter living. With a focus on practical wisdom and a heartfelt approach to the colder months, "Embracing the Chill" is an essential companion for anyone venturing into the serene yet demanding realm of winter homesteading. Dive deep into the where you will learn the art of psychological warmth amidst the snow, crafting a safe haven against the elements, from fortifying insulation to mastering your winter emergency toolkit. Unearth the secrets behind stocking your pantry, ensuring your homestead's larder is brimming with nutritious bounty even when the ground is draped in a blanket of white. The book sows seeds of knowledge on winter gardening, sharing cunning strategies to keep your greens growing despite the chill. Explore the almanac of cold-hardy crops and learn to harness the magic of microgreens, all while keeping your livestock healthy under a crystalline sky. Unravel the mysteries of sustainable energy as you navigate the shortest days, discovering how solar, biomass, and wind energy can illuminate and warm the wintry homestead. Then, cozy up as you cultivate a nurturing indoor atmosphere, from mood lighting to decor that whispers comfort into every corner. But winter is not just about survival. It’s about carving joy from the stillness, fostering connections, and maintaining a thriving spirit of solitude. "Embracing the Chill" guides you through establishing routines that infuse your days with purpose and delves into the therapeutic power of hobbies to stave off the winter blues. Feast upon chapters rich with the flavors of winter preservation, candlelit culinary creations, and the heartening warmth of homemade bread and brews. Learn to preserve, pickle, and ferment your way to a delectable winter feast that celebrates the harvest in even the harshest of frosts. Chart a course for continuous learning, expand skills by moonlight, and prepare your homestead for the rebirth of spring. "Embracing the Chill" is your blueprint for a profound winter transformation, a tome where every crackles like the fire in your hearth, igniting the undying ember of homestead love throughout the coldest season. Do not merely endure winter. "Embracing the Chill" beckons you to weave the icy tapestry of the season into a masterpiece of resilience, serenity, and festivity that lasts all year long.

Book Building Resilient Students

Download or read book Building Resilient Students written by Kate Thomsen and published by Corwin Press. This book was released on 2002-06-12 with total page 225 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This essential resource provides educators with proven and practical applications for building resiliency in even the most at-risk students.

Book The Resilience Duet

    Book Details:
  • Author : Amanda Shelley
  • Publisher : Amanda Shelley, Inc.
  • Release : 2022-04-03
  • ISBN : 1951947258
  • Pages : 612 pages

Download or read book The Resilience Duet written by Amanda Shelley and published by Amanda Shelley, Inc.. This book was released on 2022-04-03 with total page 612 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Samantha never saw Enzo coming. As the dust settles from her divorce, her life is full. She doesn’t have time for distractions. She’s too busy running her own company and checking off numerous items from her kids’ demanding schedule to have a life of her own. Then he walks into her kitchen with his breathtaking green eyes and a mischievous grin. He’s there to surprise his father – her contractor, but his presence makes everything off kilter. Enzo’s perfectly content with his adventurous life as an elite rescue pilot, until a harmless prank turns on him. Instead of surprising his father, he finds his world thrown off course by the beautiful woman with a sexy smile, wicked sass and the mouthwatering ability to keep him on his toes. With his limited time on leave, is she worth the risk to his heart? ** Please note this is the complete story of Samantha and Enzo as it contains the full stories of Resilience and Resolution. **

Book Building Resilience Through Contemplative Practice

Download or read book Building Resilience Through Contemplative Practice written by Bobbi Patterson and published by Routledge. This book was released on 2019-09-06 with total page 201 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Recasting burnout as a crucial phase of service, Building Resilience Through Contemplative Practice uses real-world case studies to teach professionals and volunteers unique skills for cultivating resilience. Viewing service and burnout as interdependent throughout phases of stability, collapse, reorganization, and exploitation, the book uniquely combines elements of adaptive resilience theory with contemplative practices and pedagogies. Drawing on the author’s extensive experience working at the intersection of service and contemplative practices, this is the first book to demonstrate how and why professionals and volunteers can reframe burnout as an opportunity for resilience-building service. User-friendly case studies provide tools, skills, and exercises for reconstructive next steps. Chapters address personal, group, and structural levels of service and burnout. Illuminating the link between adaptive resilience and burnout as a normal and useful phase of service, Building Resilience Through Contemplative Practice is a necessary resource for professionals and volunteers across a wide range of service settings.

Book Resolution  Book Two of the Resilience Duet

Download or read book Resolution Book Two of the Resilience Duet written by Amanda Shelley and published by Amanda Shelley, Inc.. This book was released on 2019-11-27 with total page 294 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: With Enzo returning to Germany, distance has its hardships. Settling down or having a family had never been on his radar before Samantha. Now her quick wit and sexy smile has him contemplating his life choices. She and her kids have burrowed their way deep into his heart, and he knows he cannot let go. Samantha never imagined she would fall so hard for the man who broke through her defenses and took her world by surprise. She’s looking forward to their carefree vacation. However, fate has other plans, which potentially will bring them closer together or rip them apart. Will Enzo and Samantha get the resolution they desire? Single Parent Romance, Military Romance, Contemporary Romance, Holiday Romance.

Book What We Want Is Free  Second Edition

Download or read book What We Want Is Free Second Edition written by Ted Purves and published by SUNY Press. This book was released on 2014-07-07 with total page 320 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Explores how contemporary artists use gifts, barter, and other forms of nonmonetary exchange as a means and medium of artistic production. This revised edition of What We Want Is Free examines a twenty-year history of artistic productions that both model and occupy the various forms of exchange within contemporary society. From shops, gifts, and dinner parties to contract labor and petty theft, contemporary artists have used a variety of methods that both connect participants to tangible goods and services and, at the same time, offer critiques of and alternatives to global capitalism and other forms of social interaction. Examples of these various projects include the creation of free commuter bus lines and medicinal plant gardens, the distribution of such services as free housework or computer programming, and the production of community media projects such as free commuter newspapers and democratic low-wattage radio stations. Like the first edition, the second edition includes a detailed survey of artists’ projects from around the globe, as well as critical essays and artists’ texts that explore the underlying social history and contemporary issues that further inform our reading of these works. This new edition also features a new introduction and additional chapters on the relation of exchange practices to democracy, the commons, object-oriented philosophy, and an examination of the impact of ongoing globalization on the economics of artists’ projects. It also features a significantly expanded scope for the project histories, including work from the past decade and a new section dedicated to artist-initiated organizations and innovative models for new institutions. Praise for the First Edition “If you are an artist, read this book. No matter how you define and structure your practice, the essays within What We Want Is Free will lead you to consider important questions about how you work and what kind of life a project can lead.” — Nailed Magazine