Cottage Economy by William Cobbett (Free Audio Book)

 

 

Cottage Economy by William Cobbett – A free audiobook

 

Narrated by Philippa
 

Planning on making a life in the rustic countryside but don’t know the difference between the different types of straws for your bonnet? Well then, this free audiobook edition of William Cobbett’s Cottage Economy will get you up to speed on what you need to know. Learn the basics of farm life such as knowing the right weight and size of the pig to determining which would suit you best, tea or beer. This audiobook is a collection of rural labouring advice. First published in 1821, Cottage Economy opened the doors for hundreds and thousands of “how-to” handbooks that tackle self sufficiency.

William Cobbett has built quite a career for himself not just as a politician but also as a writer of numerous books. Even if you are not interested in the rural life there is much to be had with this audiobook as it offers people of today a glimpse into the simple lifestyle and a grasp of the fundamentals of living a happy and content life.
 

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Book versions to buy from Amazon:
Kindle Edition
Printed Access Code – August 29, 2010
Paperback – September 12, 2013