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Jan 02, 2000 five acres and independence is a book about making a living in the country. Different people desire different things and that will determine how much land you need. The goal is simpler, sustainable, more selfreliant living, and a return to agrarian values. More information about this seller contact this seller 1. Farmer earns pounds 19,000 a year for growing nothing.
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