| Farewell, My Subaru: An Epic Adventure in Local Living (Unabridged) |  | Author: Doug Fine
Publisher: audible.com
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 awesome book July 24, 2008
this is the story of a modern day pioneer. Funny at times. In peril at others
 A good message July 9, 2008
I would not describe myself as environmentalist but after I saw Doug Fine on Jay Leno I was curious about what he was doing. I read the book and loved it. It was hard to put down. There are many humorous references to pop culture that I really identified with. After finishing the book I have found myself looking for ways to cut back on my own "carbon footprint" because this book really puts things into perspective in a lighthearted manner. He even has a blog that continues where his book left off.
Buy This Book July 8, 2008
I stumbled across Farewell last weekend while looking for something to read on a flight back home. I was truly inspired by what Doug is trying to do. The thought had not struck me that making a change to better the environment, or at least slow down the destruction, didn't have to mean giving up all the other things we enjoy. I too enjoy my Netflix and video games and would have to talk to myself far more often if i were without my laptop and internet.
My one other sanity has been working an a 74 Chevy Blazer I had wanted since I was a kid. Now I find myself wanting to sell it and explore the munchie causing exhaust of a Veggie ROAT.
Thanks Doug for your inspiration. And I will continue to follow your experiment on your website, as well as pass your book around to as many as possible, and tell the ones with money to buy it.
-Jeff
 Farewell My Brain July 5, 2008
I purchased the book after I heard on on-air interview with the author. The author made the book sound like it was a trip down the lessons learned trail on the subjects of switching to Bio-Fuels, Solar Power, and Wind energy. I was sadly mistaken. A book that had the makings for a really good read turned out to be an ego trip for the author. It was as if the author wrote one-half of it and sent it off to be printed. A large portion of the book was a weak attempt to chew anyone out who does not use bio-fuels or who does not believe in what the author believes in. It was a very quick disappointing read. I am not sure if his "scientific" facts are correct.
An entertaining read June 28, 2008
Easy to read. This is a good story about a successful fulfillment of a dream. This is not a technical book--there are plenty of those around. This is the story of personal tribulations and adjustments. I recommend it to anyone who is considering living off the grid or just going back to the land.
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