This book isn’t going to help you stop worrying about climate change. We should all be worrying. But if you are the type of person who feels that action is the cure for anxiety, this book is for you.

Whether your goal is saving the planet, cutting down your expenses, or preparing for an emergency, harvesting rainwater is the perfect way to prepare for the future. Anyone can collect clean water that hasn’t been chemically disinfected, pumped from an unreliable well, or shipped in from who-knows-where.

Whether you are designing your own perfect herb garden, looking for the best way to use a windowsill, or refreshing your favorite recipes, The Essential Herb Gardening Handbook will cut down costs in the kitchen while boosting your culinary creativity.

Even if you have no gardening skills, minimal outdoor space, or have never bird-watched before, anyone can welcome hummingbirds into their life with a little help.