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  • The Foxfire Book of Simple Living

    Celebrating Fifty Years of Listenin', Laughin', and Learnin'

    Series series Foxfire Series
    First published in 1972, The Foxfire Book was a surprise bestseller that brought Appalachia's philosophy of simple living to hundreds of thousands of readers. Whether you wanted to hunt game, bake the old-fashioned way, or learn the art of successful moonshining, The Foxfire Museum and Heritage Center had a contact who could teach you how with clear, step-by-step instructions.Today, Foxfire's ... Read more

    $10.99 CAD

  • Pickling and Preserving

    The Foxfire Americana Library (3)

    Series series The Foxfire Americana Library
    Out of the kitchens and cupboards of Appalachia comes a warmhearted collection of tried-and-true recipes for pickling and preserving fruits and vegetables.Part history, part practical recipe book, here homegrown cooks offer advice on everything from bleaching and drying produce to harvesting your own sorghum and making homemade apple butter.Recipes include:Watermelon PicklesCucumber ... Read more

    $1.99 CAD

  • Meats and Small Game

    The Foxfire Americana Library (4)

    Series series The Foxfire Americana Library
    Great for hunters, fishermen, and adventurous cooks, this illustrated entry in the Foxfire Americana Library shares a wealth of information from Appalachian experts on how to dress and cook meats and small game, including fish, hog, raccoon, rabbit, squirrel, turtle, and deer.Foxfire has brought the philosophy of simple living to hundreds of thousands of readers, teaching creative self-sufficiency ... Read more

    $1.99 CAD

  • Mountain Folk Remedies

    The Foxfire Americana Library (9)

    Series series The Foxfire Americana Library
    Beginning with an illustrated guide to the herbs and roots used in traditional Appalachian healing, “Mountain Folk Remedies” is a fascinating collection of historic remedies ranging from the practical (burdock tea will help aching feet) to the magical (carrying a buckeye in your pocket will help lessen arthritis).Foxfire has brought the philosophy of simple living to hundreds of thousands of ... Read more

    $1.99 CAD

  • Traditional Baking

    The Foxfire Americana Library (2)

    Series series The Foxfire Americana Library
    The Foxfire Americana Library brings you back-to-basics recipes for breads, cornbreads, puddings, cakes, and pies that are just as easily baked on a modern oven as the traditional Appalachian woodstoves where they began. For adventurous cooks, this volume also includes instructions and diagrams on how to build a churn and make your own butter.Recipes include:Corn PoneHush PuppiesRye BreadCracklin’ ... Read more

    $0.99 CAD

  • Household Crafts and Tips

    The Foxfire Americana Library (12)

    Series series The Foxfire Americana Library
    A collection of how-tos celebrating the domestic arts of Appalachia—featuring traditional advice on soapmaking and quilting, as well as in-depth instructions for making baskets, hampers, and cornhusk brooms.Foxfire has brought the philosophy of simple living to hundreds of thousands of readers, teaching creative self-sufficiency and preserving the stories, crafts, and customs of Appalachia. ... Read more

    $5.99 CAD

  • Wild Spring Plant Foods

    The Foxfire AMericana Library (7)

    Series series The Foxfire Americana Library
    A handy illustrated guide to the edible plant life available in Appalachia and other temperate areas during the spring. From sassafras to rhubarb, each entry includes instructions on where to find the plant, how to spot it, and the ways it is best eaten, often with recipes.Plants include:MorelAsparagusWild onionWild garlicNettlesWild radishWhite mustardWater cressHorseradishChicoryWild ... Read more

    $1.99 CAD

  • Boogers, Witches, and Haints: Appalachian Ghost Stories

    The Foxfire Americana Library (5)

    Series series The Foxfire Americana Library
    A collection of spine-tingling Appalachian ghost stories and tall tales passed down from generation to generation. Whether they tell of faucets that drip blood, monster catfish that lurk at the bottom of quarries, or strange lights on the mountaintop, these stories will make you--like the people who are sharing them--question what you believe.Foxfire has brought the philosophy of simple living to ... Read more

    $1.99 CAD

  • Planting By the Signs: Mountain Gardening

    The Foxfire Americana Library (10)

    Series series The Foxfire Americana Library
    An Appalachian farmer’s almanac, “Planting by the Signs” is a valuable resource for the gardener looking for time-honored tips for clearing land and growing vegetables from the people who originally pioneered the art through hard work (and a little bit of luck). In the spirit of the Foxfire Americana Library, this entry also contains a collection of gardening-related folklore, including signs to ... Read more

    $1.99 CAD

  • Blowguns and Bouncing Pigs: Traditional Toymaking

    The Foxfire Americana Library (6)

    Series series The Foxfire Americana Library
    The Foxfire Americana Library takes you back to the good ol’ days with a collection of simple, classic toys that can be made at home. Complete with illustrated step-by-step instructions, “Blowguns and Bouncing Pigs” includes advice on how to make:Ball and CupsBlowgunsBouncing PigsBows and ArrowsBubble BlowersBull GrindersButtons on a StringClimbing BearsCorn GunsCornstalk AnimalsCornstalk ... Read more

    $1.99 CAD

  • Mountain Music Fills the Air: Banjos and Dulcimers

    The Foxfire Americana Libray (11)

    Series series The Foxfire Americana Library
    Banjos and dulcimers have always been an essential part of Appalachian music, shared and enjoyed throughout the generations. Here, musicians share the history of the instruments and show how they are constructed, piece by piece, with photos and diagrams.Foxfire has brought the philosophy of simple living to hundreds of thousands of readers, teaching creative self-sufficiency and preserving the ... Read more

    $5.99 CAD

  • The Foxfire 45th Anniversary Book

    Series series Foxfire Series
    For almost half a century, Foxfire has brought the philosophy of simple living to hundreds of thousands of readers, teaching creative self-sufficiency and preserving the stories, crafts, and customs of Appalachia. Inspiring and practical, this classic series has become an American institution.The Foxfire 45th Anniversary Book continues the beloved tradition of celebrating a simpler life, this time ... Read more

    $11.99 CAD