Profound

This is, without question, my absolute favourite book. This is a beautifully written, thought-provoking piece of work and has infinite reread value.

I recommend this book to everyone. The story is wholesome, fascinating and timeless. There are a few short gruesome scenes, but these provide a necessary realness and contrast to the story that I feel would have been ungenuine for Mark to remove or ammend.

Gerard Doyle (narrator) was the perfect choice. You won't be disappointed.

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Brilliant

Fantastic. This is the last audiobook I'll ever listen to. I already live off grid but this has helped reassure me that I'm doing the right thing for me.

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A bit of sanity

In a world that is over-populated and too far removed from the real necessities of life this is a sobering reminder that simplicity is always better than complexity...

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Thought provoking and insightful

I knew when I picked this book up from my stepfather's coffee table nearly two years ago that I would enjoy it. All that time and half a world away, I have listened to it as I've fixed up the final few bits and pieces on my scrappy old van that is going to be my home for the foreseeable future as I seek out a simpler life of my own. I found it an inspiring book to listen to, yes, but also humble. Despite other people's reviews indicating otherwise, the author did not come across as self absorbed and clearly articulates his hypocrisy and the complicated balance of living the life he details. The narrator did a fantastic job also.

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a good into the world without tech

fantastic listen,no romancing of a 'simple' life. finished in one sitting.
if you want a good story and a little personal views spatted in here and there this is perfect. it isn't a guide at all but a story of someone who has as it seems to have answered thier calling

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Off grid

A fabulously rich and thoroughly enjoyable story. The author paints a delicious visual tapestry of his experiences which makes for a superb listen. Well narrated and presented too so right up there on my ‘most enjoyed’ list with Shantarum. I’ve just picked up his book about being a moneyless man and can’t wait the enjoy that too :-D

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So many questions for myself

This book awakened my self critic of how I engage life and living. So much to think about in terms of how we utilize the tech around us while forfeiting the experiences of the natural world. Excellent!

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truly inspiring

helped me come to terms with what the world is in its current state. and how one can live in such times.

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A new favourite of mine

Thoroughly enjoyed listening to this book. I recommend it very highly. Looking forward to checking out other books by the same author.

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If your into minimalism and alternate lifestyle you’ll love it

I loved this book though I fear it’s not for everyone one. I found the authors story inspiring but I’m sure it’s not for all. A great reflection on the state of our modern world and our consumer life style. Inspired me to make some less drastic changes in my own life.

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