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Simple Living: One Couple's Search for a Better Life

Originally published in 1992, Simple Living is the story of one couple's attempt to put more meaning into their lives by eliminating unnecessary debt and superfluous consumption, as well as lessening their environmental footprint.

Setting
Virginia
Audience
adult
Length
medium · 267 pages

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