Reinventing Community: Stories from the Walkways of Cohousing

by David Wann

A collection of first hand experiences from inside these unique neighborhoods, offering a glimpse at the personalities and dynamic that make them work.

Genres: Nonfiction

288 pages, Paperback

First published November 1, 2005

About the author

David Wann is an author, filmmaker, market gardener, amateur musician, father, husband and co-founder of a cohousing neighborhood in Colorado, where he's lived for 26 years, growing vegetables for 27 households. His non-fiction books include best-seller Affluenza; Superbia: 31 Ways to create Sustainable Suburbs; and Simple Prosperity: Finding Real Wealth in a Sustainable Lifestyle.

His new novel, Tickling the Bear, portrays a small band of colorful, purposeful change makers on the cusp of a new Era.

Reviews

[Terrileew · Rating 5 out of 5]

I loved the descriptions of living in cohousing from people who have been living there. Having looked at communities for many years, and planning to join a community soon, it has been a great way to evaluate our choice. I've had a copy of David Wann's book on gardening for years, and reading this was like revisiting an old friend.

[Shawna · Rating 4 out of 5]

This is a fantastic book for someone contemplating any kind of community living. It offers such a wide variety of perspectives on both the good and the challenging parts of co-housing. I really enjoyed reading it.

[Doug · Rating 3 out of 5]

A good introduction to the notion of co-housing. Now if we could just get the church nationwide thinking in these terms.

[Kathleen · Rating 3 out of 5]

An excellent look at life in co-housing communities, as related in by members of various members in various communities. A broad picture is painted, realistic, and compelling. Very insightful!