Green Living: The E Magazine Handbook for Living Lightly on the Earth (Paperback)

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Product Description

The Whole Earth Catalog for the next generation.

Experts suggest that by 2005, 40 percent of American homes will buy organic, yet a large majority have only a limited knowledge of how to actually make informed, green choices. Green Living, from the editors of E/The Environmental Magazine offers a thorough, step-by-step plan for every aspect of your life, from the laundry room to the kitchen:

Maintaining a healthy home
Going organic and avoiding genetically modified food
Finding a planet-friendly car
Making socially responsible investments
Using personal-care products free of damaging chemicals

With advice on everything from planet-friendly cosmetics to home-based renewable energy, and straight talk on hemp, hybrids and hair coloring, Green Living is the ideal reference for both the neophyte and the experienced environmentalist.

About the Author

The E/The Environmental Magazine editorial team includes editor Jim Motavalli, who is the author or editor of three previous environmental books; publisher Doug Moss, who founded E and Animals’ Agenda magazines; Managing Editor Brian C. Howard, a contributor to Alternet, the Green Guide and Britain’s Ergo Living; and Associate Publisher Karen Soucy, formerly of the Village Voice.

Product Details

• Paperback: 336 pages
• Publisher: Plume (May 31, 2005)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0452285747
• ISBN-13: 978-0452285743
• Product Dimensions: 9.2 x 7.4 x 0.5 inches
• Shipping Weight: 1.3 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 4.6 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (16 customer reviews)
• Amazon.com Sales Rank: #376,054 in Books (See Bestsellers in Books)

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62 of 62 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Indispensible reference book, July 8, 2005

By	Karen Henrickson (Setauket, NY USA) - See all my reviews (REAL NAME)

This remarkably well-researched, comprehensive work includes chapters on food, building materials, socially responsible investments, clothing, bedding, pets, babies/children, personal care products, recycling, transportation, eco-travel, and more. At the end of each chapter is an extensive list of sources for the green products mentioned and for further information. Much of the appeal of this highly informative book lies in its user-friendly practicality and its reassuring, encouraging advice. Engaging, eye-opening reading that'll really get you psyched to clean up your act.

16 of 16 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars A great reference for everyday life, January 7, 2007

By	AvidReader "sportsfan25" - See all my reviews

I have purchased this book twice now - once for myself, once as a gift - and I wouldn't hesitate to buy it again. Most of the ideas are easy to implement and are accompanied by clear explanations of the ecologic and economic values of "being green." The sections are easy to read and generally interesting, and the resources provided within the text and at the end are quite useful. When you implement the suggestions in this book, you will help the Earth and save money, making it a great value in more ways than one. Highly recommended for "greenies" and "non-greenies" alike. This book was written by the folks at "E the Environmental Magazine" (also terrific, and chock full of great ideas for everyday living).

13 of 13 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Fantastic Reference Book, August 27, 2006

By	liz (CT, Usa) - See all my reviews

This book's finest and most invaluable quality is that not only does it explain the many hazards modern living has bestowed but it also gives you a way out. At the end of every chapter are website addresses, names and contact information for companies that fill the need for whatever it is you're used to living with (household cleaners, make-up, baby products, energy) but minus the unwanted chemicals or environmental side effects. It provides a solution, not just the problem.