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Compost city : practical composting know-how for small-space living / Rebecca Louie.
Record details
- ISBN: 1611802202 (pbk.)
- ISBN: 9781611802207 (pbk.)
- Physical Description: x, 209 pages : illustrations
- Edition: First edition.
- Publisher: Boston : Roost Books, 2015.
Content descriptions
| General Note: | "From the kitchen counter to community composting and beyond"--Cover. |
| Bibliography, etc. Note: | Includes bibliographical references, Internet addresses and index. |
| Formatted Contents Note: | Composting: yes, you can because you will be wowed by compost's benefits and overcome your compost fears -- What is composting? or, how intimidating sciencey things become ludicrously accessible and interesting -- The very basic concepts behind making compost: surprise, it's not that much work! -- Outdoor composting: above ground systems, holding units, single and multistage bins, and tumblers wow you -- Outdoor composting: going underground, can you dig it? Trenches, digesters, and lasagna composting --The wormderful world of indoor vermiculture: embrace the wordplay and get yourself some worms -- Bokashi fermentation: a pickle you want to get into -- Urban farmyard: so many compostable animal poops in the concrete jungle! -- Get organized! Community composting: there's no need to go solo -- Join the green party: eco-taining!: Much less creepy than hiring a clown. |
| Immediate Source of Acquisition Note: | LSC 19.00 |
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| Subject: | Compost. |
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| Location | Call Number / Copy Notes | Barcode | Shelving Location | Status | Due Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lakeshore Branch | 631.875 Lou | 31681002795920 | NONFICPBK | Checked out | 08/07/2025 |
- Baker & Taylor
Describes how to select and care for a compost systemâregardless of space, schedule and lifestyleâoffering tips and techniques for easily composting food scraps and yard waste and how to avoid hard work, horrible odors, messes and creepy crawly critters. Original. - Baker & Taylor
Presents a guide to composting, discussing the basic concepts and such topics as aboveground and underground systems, bokashi fermentation, and setting up a community composting group. - Random House, Inc.
The ultimate guide to individual- and community-scale composting in small urban spacesâwith illustrations, expert tips, fun DIY projects, and much more
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These days, everyoneâs talking about compost.
Along with backyard chickeners, balcony beekeepers, rooftop farmers, and community gardeners, urban composters are part of a bumper crop of pioneers who are redefining the green space of crowded towns and cities.
You may think you need a big yard to compost. Think again. Compost City teaches you how to easily choose and care for a compost system that fits perfectly into your (tiny) space, (busy) schedule, and (multifaceted) lifestyle.
Whether you live in a cramped apartment or a sprawling town house, or you dream of composting in a shared space with a group of friends or colleagues, Compost City provides simple and effective indoor and outdoor composting options. Packed with research, expert testimonies, and a healthy dose of humor, this guide will help you:
⢠Compost your food scraps and yard waste with ease
⢠Ease your fears of backbreaking labor, obnoxious odors, big messes, and creepy crawlies (hint: you can compost successfully without any of the above!)
⢠Convince compost-wary family, friends, neighbors, and community leaders to green-light your compost dreams
Compost City serves all eco-curious citizens from casual hobbyists to staunch activists. So put your compost cap on. Whether you compost one tea bag or whole honking barrelfuls of scraps at a time, youâre about to have a whole lot of fun.
