The Lost Ways Book: Is It Worth the Price?

[@MsHomesteader]

Years ago when Carla Emery was still living, I was part of a team that helped her edit and revise her 10th edition of The Encyclopedia of Country Living and while this project took over a year, all of the information was updated and all recipes tested and replaced if needed. She and her husband Don came here to MT, stayed with us and did a weekend seminar in our small town. Carla was a very nice lady and very laid back and very willing to share what she'd learned and was open to new information. The 10th edition was delayed after her death, some sort of legal issues between her family and publisher( I believe) Her book, is my go to first and foremost for most everything. Thank you for your review, it's always so discouraging when you spend good money and are disappointed in the product.

[@RainCountryHomestead]

Thank you so much for sharing that. I have had the book for a few weeks now and had time to look into it further and am very happy with it

[@lisa32469]

Very cool history and info!

[@rnupnorthbrrrsm6123]

Wow, that’s really neat, I bet you learned a lot from her !! To bad she didn’t have KZbin back then, but at least her knowledge lives on and will be much needed in these days ahead. Thanks for sharing your story !

[@MountainRangeFarms]

Love Carla Emery's work💗

[@scottwallace3449]

We’ve had this book for years and value it as a critical resource for those who like being prepared.

[@GildedPoo]

Not gonna lie, when I first saw the ad, I thought it was a bit suspicious.. this confirms that suspicion, thanks!

[@DeepSouthHomestead]

We too bought this book a few years Ago. Not worth it. Carla Emery s country living is Full of useful info. Thanks Heidi for the review

[@carolhamilton5164]

I have Carla Emerys book. Almost ought the original when she first advertised in Mother Earth always wished I had, The original was mimeographed and sent out in sections. my children were small and some nit born so money was tight. oh and I miss Fouch-o-matic off grid.

[@scottwallace3449]

Thanks for the good info. We already have Carla’s book plus a few paper copies of ‘70s Mother Earth News. Good stuff.

[@maggiereese1053]

I have Carla Emery's book too but, for the true lost ways nothing beats the old Foxfire books.

[@riversideacres8853]

Thanks for the review. I was wondering about the book. I have The Country Living Book and find it has very good information I. it.

[@violethomesteadgeorgia7278]

I purchased the Lost Ways also. I didn't get anything out of it either

[@reikofujiko991]

Brought here by a KZbin ad now recently running as of July 2024 . Thanks for the info. The gentleman featured in the ads seems familiar. I've seen his face somewhere.

[@ShaddySoldier]

"God is good all the time" What a wonderful intro.

[@jukes243]

Thanks, Heidi. I was planning on ordering The Lost Ways Book. Think I'll order "The Encyclopedia Of Country Living" instead. Blessings!

[@zakzrimsek4319]

thank you very much for doing this review.

[@leoromo7845]

I'm here because I was suspicious of the commercial I saw. You got a new subscriber. THANK YOU😁👍

[@lonewolffang]

Glad you made a review because I've been getting a lot of ads for the book and felt something didn't seem right.

[@Pine-uc7pm]

Thank you for posting this. I have been wondering about the book.

[@sandrajohnson926]

I have a 50 year copy of the country living book. I always had my nose in that book. Hard to believe it’s 50 years old 😊

[@aromaofhope]

I have one, too. My mom bought it for me as a wedding present when I got married the first time in 1977. Such a friendly, helpful book!

[@susiethomas6909]

What is the country living book? Is it by the same author as The Lost Ways?

[@tomservo110]

@@susiethomas6909 "The Encyclopedia Of Country Living" by Carla Emery

[@Honojane12]

I have one too. What a treasure. I was so excited about it when I was young. I learned so much from it. I had one of her very early ones but it got destroyed. The one I have now is from a subsequent printing, but still at least 40 years old.

[@sarramiller976]

Thank you for your review. I, also, have had a difficult time finding a true review and not just another commercial. Keep up the good work; I really learn from your channel!

[@ataylortca]

So true. And they all read the same words!

[@brent8994]

I love your fully honest review

[@christinetaylor5726]

Thank you so much for doing this review. I had seen it advertised and wondered if it was worth the money.

[@jerardoserrano7993]

Thank you for the information ^_^ I will be buying Country Living :)

[@tsmall6211]

I have the Country Living book and love it! Informational and fun!

[@ludlowfalls8856]

Thank you for this review!

[@stephen655321]

Thanks for your honest review. I enjoyed it thoroughly, and switched to getting the country living book (after doing a little more research).

[@patriciahammett4197]

I've had ads for the lost ways book pop up a lot. I've considered buying, but think I'll pass. Thank you for your input.

[@trudythomas1611]

Was gifted Carla's book years ago when i was going to Eastern Europe as a missionary. The book has been with me for 30yrs and has such good information i even used it setting up a homestead when returning to the u.s. Thanks for the review. I'll save my money to spend on a good wild foraging Bible.

[@andrewmadsen875]

Thank you, Thank you, Thank you for saving me from a bad investment! wonderful info. i have my copy of Country living on the way!

[@andreaarias2085]

Thank you for sharing about these books.

[@davinakoehn2049]

Thank you for the review! That was so helpful. I’m am on the hunt for the most useful books to buy right now. I have many of your recommendations already on my wishlist and now I am really eager to buy the country living one. I didn’t realize it had that much info in it! Would love to hear more book reviews from you in the future. I am new to your channel and have been watching all your past videos to catch up!

[@grimadean3432]

How would you rank the most useful books?

[@oman4229]

Thank you so much for your review. I’m definitely going to get the book you recommended instead

[@KayNolte]

Thank you for an excellent review!!!

[@StandingInHisWind]

I almost spilled right past your vid because the su titles said at the beginning, "goddess good" and I was like nope, pass. But I clicked and I heard you say "God is good". THAT is when I stayed! 😁 Christ Jesus bless you and yours. Ty for the info as I was debating purchasing this book, but because I am physically disabled and my only income is SSI, I was concerned about the cost. So thank you for the alternative choice!

[@coppulor6500]

So if she was an atheist, you wouldn't have enjoyed/watched the video? Who cares about someone's religious/spiritual views when it comes to learning practical info? Good/helpful video regardless.

[@Worlds_to_Explore]

Thank you, Heidi! Have a beautiful day!

[@AudioNumeric]

Just ordered both books you recommended in place of the other confusing garbage. Thank you and God Bless!

[@audreynanapreps2543]

Thank you! I've been wondering.

[@sandrabulluck1896]

I had to resubscribe to your channel today! I have no idea how long I’ve been unsubscribed? I actually forgot about your channel until I came across this video while researching The Lost Ways. Thank you for sharing your information! Really appreciate it! Many blessings to you and your family!

[@VondaInWonderland]

All the time God is good. DANG, The Country Living is HUGE! Thanks Heidi ❤️

[@twangshanty9559]

Bring wild lettuce to a near simmer, never boil it. You will lose it's amazing pain killer attributes if you boil it. Enjoy, it's the best and non addictive!

[@3asyrider75]

Most of the information I learn is from Internet, but with the state of the world we live in today we are facing unprecedented times depending too much on the grid. I am buying books in order to know what to do if the Grid goes down. I highly recommend everyone preps with long term food and water as in hybrid war, enemies are attacking the grid from hacking to physically attacking power stations around the USA. The worse scenario we can face is an EMP which will decimate the grid beyond repair for several months. Information is Gold and physical books may be the only source of information when SHTF.

[@LuckyDragon1964]

Thanks for your review. I was just about to order the hardback as I came across your article first. God gives me another head's up, praise the Almighty Father above. I think that I'll go with the other book that you mentioned on country living. Thanks again and God bless you always. B. Temple

[@AdrianoMilovan]

Thank you so much for your review. I was about to buy The Lost Ways however you have turning me towards the correct path as I am not lost in my way anymore😊

[@amandaaskew7606]

Thank you for the review! I have had this on my wishlist, but will now be taking it off!

[@judyrourke835]

Thank you for the honest review, Heidi! I trust your recommendation. You do your due diligence, and it's very helpful to the rest of us!

[@tracyheath6076]

Thank you for this review. An ad of this book of The Lost Ways kept coming across my news feed. Very tempting, but to be honest I was so bothered by the way this lady immodest dressed that I could not stand to watch it. I did look up the price and said, "Nope". I will be purchasing the two books you recommend.

[@nomifyle]

I have the paper back, they refunded my money when I complained that it was not worth the money, this was a few years back. I've had the Carla Emery book for years and years. Thanks for the review

[@maresr.6818]

What good herbal book or books do you remember?

[@3asyrider75]

Thank you for the review. I was going to buy The Lost ways on Amazon for $50 USD. I will buy Country living encyclopedia for $20!

[@lynns6932]

Great video. I paid $20 for the fourth edition of lost ways. I’m pretty happy with having it added to my collection of books. I do agree that we need multiple sources for information. Thanks for your recommendations!! Much appreciated. I always learn so much from your videos

[@sachmo0196]

Keep seeing his adds. Ret mil here, & tried teaching Balboa, Nav hosp in SD, CA about "SUPERGLUE" & lacerations cause of an eye issue. They almost treated me like a 72hr hold (crazy)....2 yrs later, they had it. Same components, called it "Med glue?". Was being used for facial issues for decades then, no scars!!!! I will get his book, cause I know limited to none, evidently, still nuts!😂

[@roberttombrella6764]

Debbie-Texas. I donot have the lost ways book. But the first homesteading type of book we bought years ago was Carla Emerys. Country Living. We love it. Thanks

[@leighbatterham187]

Thanks Heidi, in Oz here. Thanks for the heads up. Was asking family for the Lost Ways, but I saw this just in time to edit my post to them…Carla Emery it is!

[@anapronfullofweeds5626]

I have Carla's original book, copied on paper of all sorts of colors and held together with rings. It's a fantastic book, full of information.

[@olyadowning2825]

I so appreciate this review, Heidi! I agree with you: there's something shady going on, and I absolutely HATE the websites you are talking about; those with all the info SCREAMING at you and the one you have to keep scrolling through to get to the bottom to see the price. As soon as I see a page like that, my interest in the product is gone and I close it. I just don't trust those. A good product doesn't need an elaborate sales pitch, or a web page, or website to sell. I've added the Encyclopedia of Country Living to my wish list, thank you for the recommendation.

[@glendaquick9290]

Thanks Heidi, for the review. We Always try to be frugal with what little money we have and appreciate your information.

[@PokerHillFarm]

Heidi, I agree, It wasn't worth the price..The money is better spent for the Country Living book.

[@gidget8717]

I needed a new copy of the encyclopedia of country living, mines 36yrs old and ragged. Its a great book and a true encyclopedia.

[@mic7735]

Thank you! My hubby was asking about getting this book after seeing fb ads for it. I did not have a good feeling after looking into getting it and had not ordered it. I have read through the Country Living book (I got it from the library) and have that one on my wish list.

[@hearthandhome2]

Thanks for the review. I was curious about that book. I had one of the first edition of Carla Emery's book. It was always a prized book in my home. It was so worn I replaced it a few years ago.

[@bruceallen6016]

Thank You! I bought The Encyclopedia of Country Living and saved some money while I was at it. ❤

[@alancarter4270]

Thank you sis, I have the book in question. I am going to order the $21 book. Every prepper/homesteader should have a book shelf of books, We do in my off, dinning room and in my wifes office and sewing room.

[@nosaltiesandrooshere7488]

👍 Danke fürs Hochladen! 👍 Thanks for uploading! 👍 Very good and beautiful, thank you!

[@richardschmidt2430]

Just ordered country living....great buy, thank you! Dawn @ Rich & Dawn in MN:)

[@nosaltiesandrooshere7488]

Dear Heidi! I think it's a shame that the Fouch family has closed their KZbin channel! I always had great pleasure when a new video was published, they were always very interesting and instructive!

[@RainCountryHomestead]

Yes, they were great and I always loved their calm and pleasant approach to things. Esther is a very sweet lady.

[@nosaltiesandrooshere7488]

@@RainCountryHomestead 👍

[@louannnance637]

I've missed their videos! I hope they are well.

[@richardschmidt2430]

Nice Heidi! Very valuable info! Thank you so much! :) Dawn @ Rich & Dawn in MN :)

[@connectingseas7173]

You’re too right. I can’t agree more! ❤

[@The1stPoco]

I ordered this book, haven't received it yet. But after reading the comments about this other book ... I now I have 2 books on the way! I guess I will read both 😂

[@hexxisnexus5312]

Thank you for this honest review. I've seen the old ways book advertised here on KZbin for over $100 and i was interested in it but now I'm thinking I'm glad i didn't invest in it.

[@ataylortca]

$100?? Wow. Now they take the standard route for max price for off the cuff spending: $37. They all pull from the same playbook and it’s getting really tiresome.

[@dennisexplorer487]

God certainly is very good, I like that.Amen and thank you for the video.

[@dawncierelli1510]

I actually went ahead and got the country living book I love it Heidi! once again a great video and we really appreciate you here in this household! God is good all the time!

[@Eyes2C.]

Hahaha. 😂 My copy is 5x7 paperback. Its very thin and NOTHING like what was claimed on the website. No herbs, (which I bought it for) no pemican. Boy I got robbed. Thanks Heidi, I had no idea there was so many books out there.

[@RainCountryHomestead]

So yet another different version. I suspect some Chinese company is profiting off of these

[@justFreya5]

Ugh I bought last night for that too and now Im looking up reviews and regretting it

[@raysmith618]

I agree. I also have the country living and the herb books. Glad to know I don’t have to duplicate my purchases.

[@genal5808]

Thank you for such a great review on these books. Will be getting the Country living book. Love your channel.

[@jgyoung1981]

In search of: The Lost Book, a Complete Copy of the Lost Ways... legend has it the pioneers had it with them when they sailed to the center of the Earth! They fought dinosaurs with that book! Buy now!

[@RainCountryHomestead]

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[@combatmedic91-b76]

Fought dinosaurs maybe that is where climate change came from lost ways & should remain lost 🤔😉😜😕😀🙄🤔😉

[@Denieseberry]

Thanks for your review. I didn't think I was crazy. I was leary of it because of all the advertising and hype. I was gifted the paperback of The Lost Ways Book. It is very difficult to read and find what I am looking for. I have many herbal books I would go to before this one. Rodales, Back to Eden, Way of Herbs, and The Natural Healing Companion are a few.

[@kiowafourty964]

This was amazing. I can't tell you how much I appreciate the work you put into this video. You answered all the questions and even gave us a better idea of what we were looking for. Thank you so much. God bless you.

[@maximus518774]

Digital copy will be obsolete when this book is needed the most.

[@tammyisenblatter9138]

Hello Heidi!!! Thank you for the review! I was searching reviews and saw you had one. Thanks for saving me buying it! And a BIG THANK YOU for the links to Country living and the others. I need these books and I need them to be ACCURATE! God Bless You!!!

[@Upsideround]

Thank you. I always thought this was a fishy scenario

[@commonsenseuniversitydoesn8559]

Thanks for the review. I am planning on going through my library and see what books. I may purchase this year. I was thinking about the lost ways, but now I think, I will pass on it, and use my money on something else.

[@christinehbailey]

I recently got the Country Living book! I’m so glad I made the right choice!!

[@MsAusarian]

Brilliant. They almost got me on this purchase. Thanks Heidi.

[@ghostyty3071]

Thank you for the review, I almost bought that book a year ago but changed my mind .... glad I did.

[@deeladybug2618]

I've considered buying this book. So glad I didn't. Thank you so much Heidi for the review.

[@bkothbauer]

Thank you for the review! I have the carla emery book and it is a very common sense book and I really like it too

[@brandibizzle3676]

I just came across this video and am so grateful! I was on the fence about that book. (The cost was holding me back) I’m so glad you spoke so highly of the Country Living book. I paused the video, rushed over and bough it

[@Mama2CDHsurvivor]

Got the Country Living book. Thank you!

[@hermittao]

Thank You!. You are the real thing for information on country living.

[@rcat32]

Good work Heidi! I am an editor and publisher, and I feel aggravated about the books having different articles as well as ending abruptly and costly so much. They should at least have an alphabetical index at the back. I suspect the publisher is printing Lost Ways out on a laser printer or in some way that allows for moving articles around that would not be possible if printed with real ink on a huge press. Seems unprofessional. Thank you so much for doing all this work! And for the recommendation for the Country book instead!

[@walterashley149]

Really glad you mentioned the other 3 books!!! Literally just bought all 3, 😂! Had been thinking of of buying "The Lost Ways" book, but wanted a good opinion on it. Used to know quite a bit, not as much anymore, 😂 Thank you!!! Instant Subscription!!!

[@PrepperPotpourri]

Thanks for your review. It doesn't sound like I will add this to my Prepper library.

[@jackieburnett6881]

Ty for sharing the information! I did not know that there was more than one book!!!

[@debbiemereau590]

Thank you so much for doing this review! I was investigating weather to buy this book or not, glad I found your review!

[@PriestessofOne]

I totally agree, Heidi! I bought the No Grid Survival Projects book after seeing the infomercial on YT mult times. I was planning on buying the Lost Ways book next, which I had also seen pop up often. I became very suspicious after the first book cost so much plus shipping and handling AND it took a while to get here. I went to Amazon & looked up both books & found them with a variety of prices & name variations. The one thing that was constant was that although the people in the infomercials claimed to be the authors, Claude Davis’ name was on every one. As for the herbs I have so many books already & knowledge I’m returning to after being on the fringe for several years. Plus the OLD Foxfire books of the early ‘70s. I’ll definitely get the Country Living book and be done with it! Thanks for drawing my attention to it.

[@katethinksaboutit7813]

Thank you I needed this review, I’ve been contemplating on purchasing the book

[@WendyK656]

Heidi, I don't think it was worth the money for" lost ways." We paid 48.00 for the soft cover. Thank you for you comments on this book

[@tracipapp8698]

I also purchased The Lost Ways book. Not a good investment. The Lost Book of Herbal Remedies by Nicole Apelian is not bad though.Her book The Forager’s Guide to Wild Foods is actually a good one, with color photos. Would be better if it was region specific, but covers all of North America.

[@kmiller6002]

Very interesting... I have the paper back version and no I won't be buying the hard back😉 but I am going to get the Country Living book. Thank you for sharing your knowledge Mrs Heidi. Please say a prayer for me my fiancee passed away on the 3rd. Everyone stay safe and God Bless you and your family from middle GA 🙏 Kendra

[@RainCountryHomestead]

O no, I am so sorry Kendra! How awful! I will certainly say a prayer

[@kmiller6002]

@@RainCountryHomestead Thank you he would Actually watch your channel and Doug and Stacey's with me. It's been VERY hard.

[@RainCountryHomestead]

​@@kmiller6002 🤎

[@Cattitude48]

I'm very sorry for your loss Kendra. Prayers and positive vibes for you.

[@kmiller6002]

@@Cattitude48 Thank you 💖

[@dawncierelli1510]

by the way, my darning dowel!? I use it all the time and we sure appreciate it, it is a well used tool and has saved my husband and his work socks many times now

[@trishthehomesteader9873]

Good morning Heidi. 🌄 I have another in this series, The Lost SuperFoods. It's not a terrible book but not worth the price, imo.

[@kleineroteHex]

Very interesting. Thanks for this info!

[@preplikeagypsy10]

thank you thank you thank you! God bless you also

[@roseyfinley4785]

I’m glad I looked up reviews. I really want something that’s in the same genre!!

[@quinntheeskimooutdoors6234]

Thanks for the heads up. Take care.

[@christinealwayschirping4115]

I baught it last year I've just glanced through it... Thanks for sharing Heidi value your opinion God bless you both and your family...

[@momblade74]

Thanks for the info. Happy Easter.

[@robindowning5560]

My biggest problem with The Lost Ways book was that there wasn't much detail, everything was way too generalized. It tells you what you need to do, but not how to do it. Carla Emery's Encyclopedia of Country Living is also my "go to" book for anything and everything I need to know. It covers almost everything needed to know in great detail and everything written is a "tried and true" method.

[@rubiconoutdoors3492]

Does it talk about canning and jarring ?

[@michelleiorg4316]

I bought “The Lost Ways” and I agree, it has some good content but I was disappointed, especially for the price. I couldn’t find any reviews before I bought it, lesson learned, I’ll be more patient and find reviews before throwing my money out there! Thank you for your suggestions on the other books!

[@ataylortca]

Most of what I see online is fake reviews which are advertisements with the same canned wording to pre-play before the author’s ad. Yuck.

[@gibsongirl6816]

Excellent information! Thank you!