tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5526768924178592295.post6373301895361182131..comments2024-03-28T19:35:24.365-07:00Comments on Rural Revolution: What books would you bring?Patrice Lewishttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06012022335047974670noreply@blogger.comBlogger36125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5526768924178592295.post-66795873218251667972014-10-23T09:05:20.413-07:002014-10-23T09:05:20.413-07:00Whether I like it or not, our bug out location is ...Whether I like it or not, our bug out location is our bug in location. We will be staying put.<br /><br />Being a bibliophile, we have a room dedicated as a library. It turned out to be a blessing over the years. Our now adult children used it through high school years to one college class. Now it is the grand children's turn.<br /><br />Your list is a good one, but we would not be interested in non-biblical books such as Jane Goodall. (Yes, I have read her books, and I have a degree in Biology).<br /><br />Husband and I prefer non-fiction over fiction, especially how-to books. We have a large skill base sets and continue to add to the pile<br /><br />Currently, we have a good number of KJV Bibles in the house. They are at the top of the list. I would also add my incomplete collection of John Phillips' Expository Commentaries. I would like to add more. <br /><br />Our library includes art ( drawing (used for teaching privately),techniques, and different mediums), sewing, knitting, embroidery, and few others.( Alas, I also have the supplies that go along with it.)<br /><br />Husband has all sorts of what would be considered "manly" books, but certainly would apply to women as well. <br /><br />As on your list, self help medical books as well as homeopathy, and herb books.<br /><br />While fiction isn't my favorite, I do have Pride and Prejudice, and Sense and Sensibility, but I also purchased a book of Jane Austin's letters. <br /><br />The board games are also in the library.<br /><br /><br />Our library is full, but certainly does not have 5,000 books on the shelves! <br /><br />Is civilization going to end as we know it? Will it be similar to Mad Max? I do not think anyone will be able to predict what is going to happen in the future. Unfortunately, it doesn't look pretty.<br /><br /><br /> <br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><br /> <br /><br />The History bookcase is kinda jammed. <br /><br /> <br /><br /><br /> Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5526768924178592295.post-4786948579666273232014-10-22T18:21:40.399-07:002014-10-22T18:21:40.399-07:00Absolutely! Shame on me for overlooking my favorit...Absolutely! Shame on me for overlooking my favorite cartoon character of all time. I have around 20 of the Calvin & Hobbes books. I read them when I'm a bit down in the dumps, or when I just feel like laughing! (They still make me laugh like a fool.) I sure miss the little guy. --Fred in AZAnonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5526768924178592295.post-62695747634717782672014-10-22T15:32:56.429-07:002014-10-22T15:32:56.429-07:00I did the same thing with this house. I wore out t...I did the same thing with this house. I wore out two oringinal foxfire books building it. I still live as close as possiable to the same way as I can. I still make my biscuits just like Aunt Arie.Scout800https://www.blogger.com/profile/14411193380503270003noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5526768924178592295.post-66967210351001511642014-10-22T10:50:52.661-07:002014-10-22T10:50:52.661-07:00worthless? isn't that the one with the prepare...worthless? isn't that the one with the preparedness guy?Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5526768924178592295.post-54110702355564663312014-10-22T07:15:01.232-07:002014-10-22T07:15:01.232-07:00All of the above have their merits. I would add te...All of the above have their merits. I would add textbooks on chemistry, physics and math. In addition a text on how things work (great for repairing items or making new items from scratch!). A basic text on dentistry, surgery and drugs (used to identify any that might be found)<br /><br />George in Ohio Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5526768924178592295.post-20929915757534011512014-10-21T20:02:29.220-07:002014-10-21T20:02:29.220-07:00I would add theological and historical works (in n...I would add theological and historical works (in no particular order):<br /><br />Calvin's "Institutes"<br />Spurgeon's works<br />McArthur, Sproul, Piper works<br />Puritans writings<br />Early church fathers works<br />"The Rise and and Fall of the Third Reich"<br />The Bible: Kings James, Geneva, ESV and study versions<br />Historical works by David McCullough<br /><br />Then I would throw in some solid homeschool material:<br /><br />Solid "old" math books<br />handwriting primers<br />New England primer<br />Conservative historical primers<br />Solid English/Phonics program (like Rod and Staff etc)<br />Books about classic musicians, artists etc.<br /><br />That's just off the top of my head.<br /><br /><br /><br />Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5526768924178592295.post-81285909539802304012014-10-21T19:43:42.000-07:002014-10-21T19:43:42.000-07:00The Sammy Keyes series
The Land of Elyon series
Th...The Sammy Keyes series<br />The Land of Elyon series<br />The 5 Love Languages books<br />Many more I can't think of<br />There are so many books out there; I'm more of a read-it-once kind of person, so I can read all the ones I haven't got to yet. :DEmmanoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5526768924178592295.post-26932208561647451202014-10-21T18:58:11.990-07:002014-10-21T18:58:11.990-07:00When I was a teen ( I'm fifty one now) , my mo...When I was a teen ( I'm fifty one now) , my mother and her husband decided to homestead although it was not called that. We bought eighty screws in the Missouri Ozarks, cut the logs to build our house on raw land.<br />No internet, but we had all the foxfire bookslongtime wifehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/16943663153016717921noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5526768924178592295.post-60615470260041883022014-10-21T17:52:52.257-07:002014-10-21T17:52:52.257-07:00Ayn Rand... ideally Atlas Shrugged, for if for no ...Ayn Rand... ideally Atlas Shrugged, for if for no other reason - an instruction manual on how to NOT rebuild society. Didn't see the Declaration of Independence, Constitution, Federalist and Anti-Federalists papers. Something the new Republic can sink their teeth into.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5526768924178592295.post-22914546650125000452014-10-21T10:51:05.898-07:002014-10-21T10:51:05.898-07:00The Worship and Service Hymnal
500 Silly Songs for...The Worship and Service Hymnal<br />500 Silly Songs for Kids<br />Folk Songs of the Appalachian Mountains<br />Foxfire<br />The Encyclopedia of Knifemaking<br />MCnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5526768924178592295.post-13376549505111806242014-10-21T10:45:22.243-07:002014-10-21T10:45:22.243-07:00A US Road Atlas.
A good atlas of the world
Speakin...A US Road Atlas.<br />A good atlas of the world<br />Speaking of the world, a good comprehensive history book. I have a few; not sure which one I'd pick.<br />I hate the man's attitude, but there is a lot of useful information on DIY equipment in When Technology Fails<br />When There Is No Doctor (A different book from Where... I would not leave Where... behind, but When... has good information on infectious disease control and setting up a sickroom<br />Which reminds me...<br />The Prepared Family Guide to Uncommon Diseases<br />The Prepared Family Cookbook<br />I don't know about Strong's Concordance, but I would definitely want a good history of the Holy Land (by "good" I mean one that presents all views). If I am going to try to teach my children religion alone, from the Bible, without a church or family or group to help supplement my knowledge, then the thing I would want most would be the ability to put the line of Kings of Israel, the House of David, the Roman govornors, Jesus, and the Apostles in a detailed historical context. <br />AD&D Player's Handbook, DungeonMaster's Guide, and Monsters Manual (and a big bag of dice). I'm not going to get into a discussion of whether it's Satanic or not-- my $0.02 is that it depends on how you choose to use it (like anything else-- hey, I've seen the Bible used for evil purposes too). I am going to say that that silly game gave DH and me many hours of happy entertainment, is limited in entertainment potential only by the players' imagination, and could easily keep our kids happy for hours when the little ones are a bit older. <br />A good comprehensive grammar text. I still have to teach my kids.<br />My Guide to SewingMCnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5526768924178592295.post-5910084856275334572014-10-21T10:43:23.466-07:002014-10-21T10:43:23.466-07:00I'd include a couple of church hymnals---I lov...I'd include a couple of church hymnals---I love to SING and can't remember all of the words!Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5526768924178592295.post-31061449857167231122014-10-21T08:40:31.922-07:002014-10-21T08:40:31.922-07:00Great list. I'd add Pastor Chuck Baldwin's...Great list. I'd add Pastor Chuck Baldwin's 'The Freedom Documents'. This amazing book contains 50 of the greatest documents of American history. What an awesome resource for homeschooling!<br />Montana GuyAnonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5526768924178592295.post-46065073913429551652014-10-21T08:25:46.466-07:002014-10-21T08:25:46.466-07:00I like your list, Patrice.
Mine would need to co...I like your list, Patrice. <br /><br />Mine would need to contain some Edgar Rice Burroughs and some Ayn Rand....particularly Atlas Shrugged and For the New Intellectual. <br /><br />A Companion Bible and a Strong's Concordance would be at the top of my list.<br /><br />A. McSpAnonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5526768924178592295.post-51763426425125632602014-10-21T07:20:08.448-07:002014-10-21T07:20:08.448-07:00Alas, Babylon by Pat Frank. Probably absolutely w...Alas, Babylon by Pat Frank. Probably absolutely worthless in any way except it's my favorite fiction book of all time. I have taught it in public school as literature in a senior English class before, and I read it at least once a year for pure joy. Wish I could find a Fort Repose to live in right now!<br />It's interesting how many people put the Bible in their lists, usually #1. Perhaps we wouldn't be in such dire straits now if we all (including me) have really read it, studied it, obeyed its commands, and put it into practice in our lives, both individually and as communities.<br />Jeff in OKAnonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5526768924178592295.post-92082237119834230052014-10-21T06:36:54.893-07:002014-10-21T06:36:54.893-07:00My favourite books on weaving, and looms: primitiv...My favourite books on weaving, and looms: primitive looms, draw looms, Luther Hooper's; and pattern drafts. Also textile design and classic textile encyclopaedias Bossert's huge(!) folios of peasant art (to enchant bleak hours). All the best practical books, many already named. And Fred! -- (me, again) -- try John Wyndham.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5526768924178592295.post-15562492592062712692014-10-21T06:33:19.854-07:002014-10-21T06:33:19.854-07:00I agree -- that's why the book amuses me. It&...I agree -- that's why the book amuses me. It's so fascinating to get a glimpse into the author's mind.<br /><br />- PatricePatrice Lewishttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06012022335047974670noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5526768924178592295.post-80243935471302657642014-10-21T06:23:53.325-07:002014-10-21T06:23:53.325-07:00Hey there! Fred! I agree with you about Heinlein...Hey there! Fred! I agree with you about Heinlein. The early stuff is great, and perfect for young readers during the transition years to 'adult' lit. I still reread all of them, in rotation. But 'weird' is too kind a description for the later stuff. The classic sf genre will probably come to be regarded as the 20th century's greatest contribution to world lit.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5526768924178592295.post-40309562969811035212014-10-21T06:01:25.968-07:002014-10-21T06:01:25.968-07:00The Count of Monte Cristo for fun and adventure, I...The Count of Monte Cristo for fun and adventure, I would want to bring my Ball canning book too. I did read The Far Pavilions at your recommendation, Patrice, it was wonderful! <br />Lara Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5526768924178592295.post-20647747211915719532014-10-21T04:55:10.332-07:002014-10-21T04:55:10.332-07:00Haha - Judith Levine's Not Buying It was terri...Haha - Judith Levine's Not Buying It was terrible. Just terrible. I'm all for reduced consumption and simple living and you know, saving your money and being sensible, but that was one of the poorer books I've read in the genre.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5526768924178592295.post-77267140218105088162014-10-20T21:21:59.503-07:002014-10-20T21:21:59.503-07:00Indeed, the Bible is the one book that I specifica...Indeed, the Bible is the one book that I specifically bought a "bug-out" edition: compact, acid-free paper, gilt edge, water-resistant cover. Although, technically, I believe it's present location is in my "get home" bag in the trunk of my car.John D. Wheelerhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/16203607452410210779noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5526768924178592295.post-61706419429057079482014-10-20T20:25:05.367-07:002014-10-20T20:25:05.367-07:00Ah, but remember -- these books aren't for arc...Ah, but remember -- these books aren't for archiving cultural history. These books are for active reading during a time when spiritual comfort could be highly necessary. So yes, I'll include the Bible.<br /><br />I do have the full Harvard Classics, but not the fiction version, just the nonfiction. If I had room, I'd definitely bring the whole set.<br /><br />- PatricePatrice Lewishttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06012022335047974670noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5526768924178592295.post-78329761724394938812014-10-20T20:22:27.946-07:002014-10-20T20:22:27.946-07:00An atlas. Excellent idea. I've added it to m...An atlas. Excellent idea. I've added it to my list.<br /><br />- PatricePatrice Lewishttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06012022335047974670noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5526768924178592295.post-40724367246421860242014-10-20T20:18:39.907-07:002014-10-20T20:18:39.907-07:00Not the Bible. It's the most produced book in ...Not the Bible. It's the most produced book in the world and easily replaceable. <br />The Foxfire series for sure. The Harvard Classics Shelf of Fiction. Permaculture Designers Manual, my Audel's books, PDR (both normal and Herbal), Select livestock books, the Navy Foundry Manual... man, the list goes on and on. <br />I am also working now on designing a passive library building that was a temperature and humidity stable as possible. Books are fantastic, but they degrade easily. TheLighthttps://www.blogger.com/profile/04703305421152666757noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5526768924178592295.post-43611458763580057262014-10-20T19:20:25.469-07:002014-10-20T19:20:25.469-07:00Everything you listed, plus:
1. My big, giant, f...Everything you listed, plus:<br /><br />1. My big, giant, fat, tome of a dictionary.<br />2. My hefty, thick compendium of classical piano sheet music.<br />3. An atlas. <br />4. My huge, glossy book of art history.<br /><br />Egads, I'm such a snob.<br /><br />Just Me<br /><br /><br />Anonymousnoreply@blogger.com