Wendell Berry · 1987
An essay collection examining intentional living, agriculture, and modern economic culture.
Cal Newport recommends it as a great collection of essays from the original figure of intentional living and minimalism.
A speaker recommends a book written by someone else.
“Home Economics by Wendell Berry. This is an essay collection from Wendell Berry. I found this in a little free library around Tacoma Park.”
Why: Great collection of essays from the OG of intentional living and minimalism.
Cal Newport, Host on The Cal Newport ShowClassic Episode: How Do I Learn Hard Things? | Monday Advice
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