The Simple Life: Thoughts on Simplicity, Frugality, and Living Well

by Larry Roth (Editor)

A lively collection of essays by Amy Dacyczyn, the author of The Tightwad Gazette, and others associated with the "Simplicity Movement" outline a plan for living simply, frugally, and peacefully in the frantic modern world. Original.

Genres: Nonfiction

264 pages, Mass Market Paperback

First published April 1, 1998

Reviews

[Tania]

There were some helpful tips listed throughout the pages. It was also nice to read from the perspectives of different people. Unfortunately the content didn't age particularly well. Really made me realize just how much the internet has changed our lives, especially when it comes to what we can find on blogs and order online.

[Dwina RA]

well i guess this is kind of good book in the era, but for now it's outdated.

[Laura Lynch]

"The Simple Life" compiled by Larry Roth is a collection of testimonies and thoughts on frugality, simplicity and living well. The book is full of suggestions ranging from cutting coupons to dumpster diving. Each chapter is from a different author and perspective. "The Simple Life" is light yet insightful reading with a dash of humor and plenty of common cents (ha ha).

[Trish]

This book is a collection of stories by people living simply and frugally. I'm always trying to simplify my city-life, from saving money to time to recycling waste and finding homes for old "things" we no longer use. Some stories were humorous, some unbelieveable, but all entertaining.

[Terresa Wellborn]

A great collection of inspiring articles about frugality and living on less. Some articles are quite eclectic (eg: *way* out there) while others are more practical.

[Jeanne]

A very fast read. Actually, a collection of brief articles from various frugal mavens. I really got reinforcement rather than new ideas. The only ones I skipped involved eating acorns and tofu...

[jamie]

I wish this had an updated companion. this one is older and somewhat boring. however, the principles are still the same: simplicity, frugality & living well.

[Dorena]

Had good ideas, even if it's outdated. Some were way too bizarre for me.