The Rugged Life: The Modern Guide to Self-Reliance: A Survival and Homesteading Guide by Clint EmersonPremium Off White Cream Pages Stitched Binding Matte Cover Local Premium Copy Language English Dimensions 5. 5 x 8. 26 inches Pages Amount 416 Summary The book is a comprehensive guide to modern homesteading and preparedness, emphasizing a proactive approach to potential crises. Emerson argues that self reliance is a critical responsibility in an era of increasing global instability and provides a spectrum of skills, from simple city living