Living Like Ed: A Guide to the Eco-Friendly Life and over 670,000 other books are available for Amazon Kindle – Amazon’s new wireless reading device. Learn more

Buy New
 

or
Sign in to turn on 1-Click ordering.
Buy Used
Used - Good See details
$4.09 & eligible for FREE Super Saver Shipping on orders over $25. Details
Fulfilled by Amazon

or
Sign in to turn on 1-Click ordering.
 
   
Express Checkout with PayPhrase
What's this? | Create PayPhrase
More Buying Choices
104 used & new from $0.10
Have one to sell? Sell yours here
or
Get a $1.05 Amazon.com Gift Card
Living Like Ed: A Guide to the Eco-Friendly Life
 
 
Share your own customer images
Search inside this book
Start reading Living Like Ed: A Guide to the Eco-Friendly Life on your Kindle in under a minute.

Don’t have a Kindle? Get your Kindle here, or download a FREE Kindle Reading App.

Living Like Ed: A Guide to the Eco-Friendly Life [Paperback]

Ed Begley Jr. (Author)
4.8 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (27 customer reviews)
List Price: $18.00
Price: $12.24 & eligible for FREE Super Saver Shipping on orders over $25. Details
You Save: $5.76 (32%)
o o o o o o o o o o o o o o o o o o o o o o o o o o o o o o o o o o o o o o o o o o o o o o o o o o o o o o o o o o o o o o o o
In Stock.
Ships from and sold by Amazon.com. Gift-wrap available.
Want it delivered Friday, September 10? Choose One-Day Shipping at checkout. Details
40 new from $5.49 60 used from $0.10 4 collectible from $16.00

Formats

 Amazon Price New from Used from
Kindle Edition $9.99   -- --
Library Binding $27.00   $27.00 --
Paperback $12.24   $5.49 $0.10

Best Value

Buy Ed Begley, Jr.'s Guide to Sustainable Living: Learning to Conserve Resources and Manage an Eco-Conscious Life and get Living Like Ed: A Guide to the Eco-Friendly Life at an additional 5% off Amazon.com's everyday low price.

Ed Begley, Jr.'s Guide to Sustainable Living: Learning to Conserve Resources and Manage an Eco-Conscious Life + Living Like Ed: A Guide to the Eco-Friendly Life
Buy Together Today: $26.93

Show availability and shipping details

Customers Who Bought This Item Also Bought

Ed Begley, Jr.'s Guide to Sustainable Living: Learning to Conserve Resources and Manage an Eco-Conscious Life

Ed Begley, Jr.'s Guide to Sustainable Living: Learning to Conserve Resources and Manage an Eco-Conscious Life

by Ed Begley Jr.
4.2 out of 5 stars (4)  $15.30
Living with Ed: Season 1

Living with Ed: Season 1

DVD ~ Ed Begley
4.6 out of 5 stars (14)  $17.49
Living with Ed: Season 2

Living with Ed: Season 2

DVD ~ Ed Begley
4.0 out of 5 stars (7)  $18.99
Ed Begley, Jr.: Living Green (Voices for Green Choices)

Ed Begley, Jr.: Living Green (Voices for Green Choices)

by Robert Grayson
$9.95
Easy Green Living: The Ultimate Guide to Simple, Eco-Friendly Choices for You and Your Home

Easy Green Living: The Ultimate Guide to Simple, Eco-Friendly Choices for You and Your Home

by Renee Loux
4.8 out of 5 stars (36)  $10.00
› Explore similar items

Editorial Reviews

Review

“Filled with sound advice and first-hand experience from someone who has been walking the walk for more than 38 years, Living Like Ed provides a wide array of practical options for anyone who wants to make his life a little-or a lot-greener. Ed Begley is more than a beloved Hollywood figure; he¹s an all-American hero, and Living Like Ed is a comprehensive yet accessible guide to becoming more environmentally savvy that light greens and bright greens alike will find themselves dog-earing for years to come.”
—Treehugger.com

Product Description

FROM THE PIONEER OF ECO-CONSCIOUS LIVING

A committed environmentalist for more than thirty years, Ed Begley, Jr., has always tried to “live simply so others may simply live.” Now, as more and more of us are looking for ways to reduce our impact on the planet and live a better, greener life, Ed shares his experiences on what works, what doesn't–and what will save you money!

These are tips for environmentally friendly living that anyone–whether you own or rent, live in a private home or a condo–can try to make a positive change for the environment. From quick fixes to bigger commitments and long-term strategies, Ed will help you make changes in every part of your life.

And if you think living green has to mean compromising on aesthetics or comfort, fear not; Ed's wife, Rachelle, insists on style–with a conscience. In Living Like Ed, his environmentalism and her design savvy combine to create a guide to going green that keeps the chic in eco-chic.

From recycling more materials than you ever thought possible to composting without raising a stink to buying an electric car, Living Like Ed is packed with ideas–from obvious to ingenious–that will help you live green, live responsibly, live well. Like Ed.
See all Editorial Reviews

Product Details

  • Paperback: 240 pages
  • Publisher: Clarkson Potter (February 19, 2008)
  • Language: English
  • ISBN-10: 0307396436
  • ISBN-13: 978-0307396433
  • Product Dimensions: 8.4 x 6.2 x 0.7 inches
  • Shipping Weight: 12.8 ounces (View shipping rates and policies)
  • Average Customer Review: 4.8 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (27 customer reviews)
  • Amazon Bestsellers Rank: #359,759 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

    •  Would you like to update product info or give feedback on images?

More About the Author

Ed Begley
Discover books, learn about writers, read author blogs, and more.

› Visit Amazon's Ed Begley Page
Front Cover | Table of Contents | First Pages | Index | Surprise Me!
Search Inside This Book:
Inside This Book (learn more)
Browse Sample Pages:
Front Cover | Table of Contents | First Pages | Index | Surprise Me!
Search Inside This Book:

What Do Customers Ultimately Buy After Viewing This Item?

Living Like Ed: A Guide to the Eco-Friendly Life
77% buy the item featured on this page:
Living Like Ed: A Guide to the Eco-Friendly Life by Ed Begley Jr. Paperback 4.8 out of 5 stars (27)
$12.24
Ed Begley, Jr.'s Guide to Sustainable Living: Learning to Conserve Resources and Manage an Eco-Conscious Life
10% buy
Ed Begley, Jr.'s Guide to Sustainable Living: Learning to Conserve Resources and Manage an Eco-Conscious Life by Ed Begley Jr. Paperback 4.2 out of 5 stars (4)
$15.30
Easy Green Living: The Ultimate Guide to Simple, Eco-Friendly Choices for You and Your Home
4% buy
Easy Green Living: The Ultimate Guide to Simple, Eco-Friendly Choices for You and Your Home by Renee Loux Paperback 4.8 out of 5 stars (36)
$10.00
› Explore similar items

Tags Customers Associate with This Product

 (What's this?)
Click on a tag to find related items, discussions, and people.
 
(16)
(16)
(15)
(10)
(10)
(9)
(6)
(5)
(3)
(3)
Agree with these tags?
See all 25 tags...

Your tags: Add your first tag
 
See most popular tags
 

Customer Reviews

27 Reviews
5 star:
 (22)
4 star:
 (4)
3 star:
 (1)
2 star:    (0)
1 star:    (0)
 
 
 
 
 
Average Customer Review
4.8 out of 5 stars (27 customer reviews)
 
 
 
 
Share your thoughts with other customers:
Most Helpful Customer Reviews

 
63 of 66 people found the following review helpful:
5.0 out of 5 stars Living Like Ed is a winner!, February 19, 2008
This review is from: Living Like Ed: A Guide to the Eco-Friendly Life (Paperback)
Length:: 5:34 Mins

5 minute video explaining why I recommend "Living Like Ed." I did my best to be entertaining and informative. I didn't reveal info within book, instead I focused on how the book was surprisingly helpful to me.

It's easy to read and skim--everyman language. Helpful. Even to green know-it-alls like me. My idea of a "perfect gift" for friends, family, renters, home owners, even landlords like me.
Help other customers find the most helpful reviews  
Was this review helpful to you? Yes No


 
23 of 23 people found the following review helpful:
4.0 out of 5 stars Good introduction to making your home and life eco-friendly, March 3, 2008
This review is from: Living Like Ed: A Guide to the Eco-Friendly Life (Paperback)
I bought this book because I am a fan of the HGTV show. Living with Ed is reality show about Ed Begley Jr., his delightful wife Rachelle and their Los Angeles area home. The house has been modified over the years Begley has owned it be as eco-friendly as possible with solar panels, wind mills and CFL bulbs. The book Living Like Ed is small paperback that touches on some of the green modifications that anyone can do to save money and be kind to the environment.

Some of the tips are common-sense: don't waste water, grow some of your own food in a vegetable garden, turn off all the lights when you leave the house, walk or ride a bike instead of taking your car for short trips.

Some tips are more expensive. Equipping a house with enough solar panels to get "off the grid" will cost many tens of thousands of dollars, the cost of which may never be amortized. Buying a hybrid-fuel car will cost more than a regularly-powered vehicle.

There are some ideas that I found very helpful: completely disconnecting all unused electronic gadgets and chargers can save up to 10% of your electrical use. Avoid buying items that come with excess packaging. Donate old magazines, toys and electronics to charity. This way these things will help a good cause and keep toxins out of landfills.

One of Ed's central themes is the development of a mindset that looks for ways to reuse and recycle things rather than wasting.

Highly recommended.
Help other customers find the most helpful reviews  
Was this review helpful to you? Yes No


 
18 of 19 people found the following review helpful:
5.0 out of 5 stars Eco-nut or savior of the planet?, March 27, 2008
By Robert Crespo (Brooklyn, NY) - See all my reviews
(REAL NAME)   
This review is from: Living Like Ed: A Guide to the Eco-Friendly Life (Paperback)
As someone who is very concerned about our home, planet Earth, I found Ed Beagley's book very illuminating. Many people ask "what can I really do to help save the planet? After all I'm only one person."

The contents of the book is laid out very well as it's divided into topical sections such as the home, transportation, garden etc. In each of these sections he explains how one can make small changes or large changes to impact the planet in a positive way. For example, I used to waste a lot of water shaving by letting the water just run and run. Now I fill my bathroom sink up with a reasonable quantity of water and shave just using that small little pool. It doesn't seem like I am saving a lot of water but multiply that by 30 days in the month and 365 days a year and I can see how I'm saving many many gallons of water.

Some of the suggestions in the book I have already put into place before reading Ed Beagley's book such as converting over to compact fluorescent bulbs. However he has also raised my awareness for doing a more vigilant job of recycling as well as the dangers of everyday toxins in our homes. Will I be willing to pay more money for less toxic paint for example? I'm not sure but he has certainly given me something to think about.

I also became acquainted with his line of cleaning products called Beagley's Best which is an all natural non-toxic line of household cleaning liquids. I have used all three of his products, the all-purpose cleaner, the glass cleaner, and the amazing spot remover. I am now a Beagley's Best convert when it comes to my cleaning products and best of all they do not smell or leave and offensive order behind. In fact they are virtually odor free. My wife used to complain that the majority of cleaning products made her feel sick after she used them. I recently did a spring cleaning of my apartment and used only Beagley's Best cleaning products and I have to say that it was a most pleasant experience as there were no toxic fumes and it made my work easier because the products worked really well.

So what is my recommendation regarding this book? I think everybody should read Ed's book as it's accessible, easy to read, and entertaining.
Help other customers find the most helpful reviews  
Was this review helpful to you? Yes No

Share your thoughts with other customers: Create your own review
 
 
 
Most Recent Customer Reviews

5.0 out of 5 stars Practical and People Focused
This book is not focused on saving the cute little pandas or endangered oysters--the focus is on how people are affected by environmental issues--and what can be done about it... Read more
Published 2 months ago by Willie

4.0 out of 5 stars Engaging memoir of someone who lives the eco-life
The book has rather creative and evocative format. Ed goes over the lifestyle changes that he has made to be more environmental and then every few pages his wife, Rachelle will... Read more
Published 4 months ago by Knud A. Hermansen

4.0 out of 5 stars I Like "Living Like Ed"
"Living Like Ed" is a highly readable, informative, and at times amusing account of how the well-known, eco-conscious actor has established a green lifestyle. Read more
Published 6 months ago by Steve Stillwater

5.0 out of 5 stars Great Book from Ed
I watch his show and enjoy it. The book is an extension of his show. He talks in more detail about how he lives an Eco-Friendly life. Read more
Published 10 months ago by Mark C. Frye

5.0 out of 5 stars Simply living simply
Ed gives a lot of great pointers and a ton of supporting evidence but not techy. Great information and very entertaining. Read more
Published 12 months ago by Sam Fin Glenn

5.0 out of 5 stars Great Book. Notes From The Show
I live in the Pacific Northwest. We are already pretty green over here; evergreen you might say!(woo...bad joke). When I heard about E.B. Read more
Published 12 months ago by Heather D. Cook

5.0 out of 5 stars Low hanging fruit
Got this after I watched the show and I admit I was a little fearful that it would be a bit naggy and irksome. Read more
Published 15 months ago by Lisa Janda

5.0 out of 5 stars Fun and informative.
I really enjoyed this book. It was a very easy and entertaining read and informative at the same time. Read more
Published 17 months ago by C. Penrose

5.0 out of 5 stars Green energy primer for our times
This books has a lot of serious information in it about sustainability, but delivers it in a very simple style. Read more
Published 18 months ago by endofanera

4.0 out of 5 stars What is a Eco-Friendly life?
This book will explain what you can do to help the environment as one person or family.I thought it was time to make a difference in this world and this book helps with that. Read more
Published 23 months ago by Craig Dokken

Only search this product's reviews


Customer Discussions

This product's forum
Discussion Replies Latest Post
No discussions yet

Ask questions, Share opinions, Gain insight
Start a new discussion
Topic:
First post:
Prompts for sign-in
 


Active discussions in related forums
Search Customer Discussions
Search all Amazon discussions
   


Look for Similar Items by Category

Look for Similar Items by Subject

Search Books by subject:












i.e., each book must be in subject 1 AND subject 2 AND ...
Ad
 

Feedback

If you need help or have a question for Customer Service, contact us.
 Would you like to update product info or give feedback on images?
Is there any other feedback you would like to provide?

Your comments can help make our site better for everyone.


Your Recent History

 (What's this?)

After viewing product detail pages or search results, look here to find an easy way to navigate back to pages you are interested in.