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  • An Introduction to Natural Farming
  • Written by: Masanobu Fukuoka, Larry Korn
  • Narrated by: David Shih
  • Length: 5 hrs and 7 mins
  • 4.8 out of 5 stars (53 ratings)

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The One-Straw Revolution

Written by: Masanobu Fukuoka,Larry Korn
Narrated by: David Shih
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Call it "Zen and the Art of Farming" or a "Little Green Book", Masanobu Fukuoka's manifesto about farming, eating, and the limits of human knowledge presents a radical challenge to the global systems we rely on for our food. At the same time, it is a spiritual memoir of a man whose innovative system of cultivating the earth reflects a deep faith in the wholeness and balance of the natural world. As Wendell Berry writes in his preface, the book "is valuable to us because it is at once practical and philosophical. It is an inspiring, necessary book about agriculture because it is not just about agriculture."

Trained as a scientist, Fukuoka rejected both modern agribusiness and centuries of agricultural practice, deciding instead that the best forms of cultivation mirror nature's own laws. Over the next three decades, he perfected his so-called "do-nothing" technique: commonsense, sustainable practices that all but eliminate the use of pesticides, fertilizer, tillage, and, perhaps, most significantly, wasteful effort.

Whether you're a guerrilla gardener or a kitchen gardener, dedicated to slow food or simply looking to live a healthier life, you will find something here - you may even be moved to start a revolution of your own.

©1978 Masanobu Fukuoka; "To My Readers" copyright 1986 by Masanobu Fukuoka (P)2017 Tantor

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So enjoyable. Really gets the gears turning

Almost 50 years later and we still have learned nothing. The author's methods are so simple and unconfusing that it blows my mind that we are still working against nature as opposed to with.

Some great little philosophical tidbits in there as well. I dream of the simple life this man lived. Great read highly recommended

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Beautiful and Activating book

Very interesting. A potent book and philosophy that are changing my views and actions regarding agriculture and nature's work.
Beautiful.

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some info some manifesto, decent listen

^^ a lot of philosophical /spiritual rambling at the end, kinda worth the credit. good narration.

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Essential listening for every human

Whether or not you grow food, if you live in the world, this book offers wisdom about how to be in it.

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A Modern Man

Masanobu Fukuoka is truly a modern man, his regenerative farming techniques and discrimination of the indiscriminate will leave you seeing nature as it should be

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Not Just a Gardening Book

This is a must listen for All! Not just a gardening book, this is a lesson on life!

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My purpose is to produce nutrient dense food

I love his outlook and analysis as a farmer and a human being. A must read!

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A short and sweet intro to regenerative farming

One of the first and best books on sustainable agriculture. It's a well written and comprehensive look at the wisdom of Masanobu Fukuoka. Strongly recommended introductory reading for anyone interested in permaculture and sustainable agricultural practices. #Audible1

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