Publication

2009 - Houghton Mifflin Harcourt Pub. Co., Boston, Massachusetts

Language

English

Word Count

66,750 words, Guess

Page Count

267 pages

Identifiers

and 4 more

Classifications

  • DDC333.72092
  • LCCGE195.7 .F37 2009
  • LCCGE195.7.F37 2009

Description

Canadian journalist Farquharson takes readers on her 366-day journey to live a more environmentally conscious lifestyle, making one positive change each day. While a few changes are worthy (the author sells her car), some seem a bit bizarre (she turns off her fridge and freezer?though she doesn't divulge exactly where her food is coming from after that point) and many are superficial or symbolic efforts rather than well thought out and executed commitments. In her first month, for example, she pledges to check her tire pressure and opt for natural glass cleaners, while three months later she's promising to fill the kettle with exact amount of water needed, recycle her wine corks and forgo Q-tips. While the details of her environmental crusade can weary, her griping about the efficacy of chemical-free shampoos and deodorants and the ugliness of sustainable footwear is fresh and funny; in these moments, Farquharson's appealing candor and nonsanctimonious attitude make other ecowarriors seem dour by comparison.

Subjects

Topics

JournalistsGreen movementHomes and hauntsSustainable livingCitizen protectionJournalism, canadaJournalists -- Canada

Places

People

Vanessa Farquharson

Other Editions

  • Sleeping naked is green: how an eco-cynic unplugged her fridge, sold her car, and found love in 366 daysHoughton Mifflin Harcourt Pub. Co.2009-01-01

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