I recently read "Possum Living" on the web, in an electronic format, and thoroughly enjoyed it. I wish a more recent edition was available, as much of the information the 1978 edition was based on current conditions. Dolly's reference to making turtle soup, for instance, from a Leatherback found in Florida is, today, politically incorrect. Also, considering the growing popularity of vegetarianism, some may find her "homesteading recipes" slightly offensive (anything with four legs, fur, or feather's, is fair game in the name of survival). Overall it is a worthwhile read, and her sense of humor is refreshing. For those intent on pursuing a more self-sufficient lifestyle, and want more up-to-date information, I highly reccommend the book "Mortgage Free - Radical Stratagies for Home Ownership" by Rob Roy. ...