Gardens, goats, and chickens in the suburbs? Absolutely! This book explains how to establish and enjoy an abundant, independent life on food and products grown in your own back yard. Included here are tips for keeping livestock, setting up a garden, canning your produce, and 40 recipes that make use of your harvest, plus instructions for making your own soap and devising natural cleaning agents for your home. Thinking "big picture," the authors also offers suggestions for sharing the results of your efforts and building community.