Farewell, My Subaru: An Epic Adventure in Local Living by Doug Fine
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Book Reviews of Farewell, My Subaru: An Epic Adventure in Local Living
Book Review: A good message
Summary: 5 Stars
I would not describe myself as environmentalist but after I saw Doug Fine on Jay Leno I was curious about what he was doing. I read the book and loved it. It was hard to put down. There are many humorous references to pop culture that I really identified with. After finishing the book I have found myself looking for ways to cut back on my own "carbon footprint" because this book really puts things into perspective in a lighthearted manner. He even has a blog that continues where his book left off.Book Review: Buy This Book
Summary: 5 Stars
I stumbled across Farewell last weekend while looking for something to read on a flight back home. I was truly inspired by what Doug is trying to do. The thought had not struck me that making a change to better the environment, or at least slow down the destruction, didn't have to mean giving up all the other things we enjoy. I too enjoy my Netflix and video games and would have to talk to myself far more often if i were without my laptop and internet.
My one other sanity has been working an a 74 Chevy Blazer I had wanted since I was a kid. Now I find myself wanting to sell it and explore the munchie causing exhaust of a Veggie ROAT.
Thanks Doug for your inspiration. And I will continue to follow your experiment on your website, as well as pass your book around to as many as possible, and tell the ones with money to buy it.
-Jeff
Book Review: Farewell My Brain
Summary: 1 Stars
I purchased the book after I heard on on-air interview with the author. The author made the book sound like it was a trip down the lessons learned trail on the subjects of switching to Bio-Fuels, Solar Power, and Wind energy. I was sadly mistaken. A book that had the makings for a really good read turned out to be an ego trip for the author. It was as if the author wrote one-half of it and sent it off to be printed. A large portion of the book was a weak attempt to chew anyone out who does not use bio-fuels or who does not believe in what the author believes in. It was a very quick disappointing read. I am not sure if his "scientific" facts are correct.Book Review: An entertaining read
Summary: 5 Stars
Easy to read. This is a good story about a successful fulfillment of a dream. This is not a technical book--there are plenty of those around. This is the story of personal tribulations and adjustments. I recommend it to anyone who is considering living off the grid or just going back to the land.Book Review: Great funny and informative read!
Summary: 5 Stars
Doug is very clever with words making this book hilarious. his adventures of going green are inspiring and informative. it was really real to read about his blumbers and trials.
clever.
highly receomend this book. i read it amazingly fast and then wished i had more of it to read!