{"title":"Eve Mclaughlin","description":"\u003cp\u003eWelcome to our collection of works by Eve Mclaughlin, an esteemed author celebrated for her contributions to the \u003cem\u003eHome \u0026amp; Garden\u003c\/em\u003e category. Her writing elegantly intertwines the art of growing and nurturing your garden with practical advice and personal anecdotes, making her guides both educational and delightful to read.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eOne of her notable works, \u003cem\u003eHome-Grown Harvest\u003c\/em\u003e, serves as an invaluable resource for both amateur and seasoned gardeners. This book guides you through the journey of cultivating your own produce, emphasising sustainable and rewarding gardening practices. With Eve's insightful tips and charming storytelling, you'll find yourself inspired to transform and enrich your home garden.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eExplore Eve Mclaughlin's collection to discover a wealth of knowledge that will help your garden flourish. Her books are ideal for anyone passionate about cultivating their skills and enjoying the simple pleasures of home-grown goodness.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"home-grown-harvest-by-eve-mclaughlin-9781446309124","title":"Home-Grown Harvest","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eHome-Grown Harvest\u003c\/em\u003e offers a practical handbook for those seeking a more sustainable life. Whether you reside in a large country garden or a small city backyard, this essential guide to the 'Good Life' assists you on your journey to becoming more self-sufficient, a necessity in today’s world.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eIssues such as climate change, industrial farming's chemical reliance, rising food prices, worries over food security, or simply a desire to spend more time outdoors drive many towards homegrown food and self-sufficiency. In this thrifty guide by the original 'Tom and Barbara,' Eve and Terence McLaughlin explore these topics deeply. They authored the first edition of this book in 1979.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThis information-packed book provides expert advice on cultivating, harvesting, storing, and preserving your produce. You will learn how to brew your own beer and preserve your produce through bottling, curing, smoking, and pickling to extend its shelf life.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eFeaturing easy-to-follow instructions, the book also covers DIY tools and equipment to save money, reduce energy consumption, and decrease waste. Learn how to plan your planting site, discover optimum planting times and methods, grow a variety of vegetables, fruits, and nuts, and manage pests and diseases.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eBesides growing food, the book delves into the basics of keeping livestock such as chickens, ducks, goats, and pigs, and how to use alternative energy sources like solar and wind power.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eProducing your own food and contributing to a sustainable future is incredibly rewarding. It provides health benefits, including physical exercise from planting and harvesting, mental wellness from spending time in nature, and reducing chemicals in your diet, all of which contribute to greater wellbeing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eWhether you aim for full-blown self-sufficiency or are curious and wish to take your first steps toward growing your own food, this essential guide contains everything you need to know.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAUTHOR:\u003c\/strong\u003e Eve McLaughlin, alongside her late husband Terence McLaughlin, a scientist, co-wrote the original version of \u003cem\u003eCost-Effective Self-Sufficiency\u003c\/em\u003e. Eve, a genealogist, has authored numerous books and guides about family history. At 82, she remains an avid gardener and propagator, enjoying her farmhouse garden in Buckinghamshire.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Unknown","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46853617156332,"sku":"9781446309124","price":49.99,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/26086663482702.jpg?v=1759211368"}],"url":"https:\/\/bookhero.live\/collections\/eve-mclaughlin.oembed","provider":"Book Hero","version":"1.0","type":"link"}