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The Moneyless Man
- A Year of Freeconomic Living
- Narrated by: David Thorpe
- Length: 6 hrs and 42 mins
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Summary
Imagine a year without spending - or even touching - money. Former businessman Mark Boyle did just that and here is his extraordinary story. Going back to basics and following his own strict rules, Mark learned ingenious ways to eliminate his bills and discovered that good friends are all the riches you need.
Encountering seasonal foods, solar panels, skill-swapping schemes, cuttlefish toothpaste, compost toilets, and - the unthinkable - a cash-free Christmas, Boyle puts the fun into frugality and offers some great tips for economical (and environmentally friendly) living. A testament to Mark's astounding determination, this witty and heart-warming book will make you re-evaluate your relationship to your wallet.
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- R
- 16-09-19
Interesting concept
Some interesting concepts, I admire the authors sense of adventure and bravery but ultimately the book was a bit to preachy for me.
He over generalises and simplifies. Spends lots of time saying he should not judge others but then goes right ahead and does anyway.
Some of the rules that he set himself seemed a bizarre, he could accept a ferry ticket home but could not use his parents shower?
Also who is going to run the internet, his prime publicity tool in him moneyless vegan organic utopia??
There are definitely things that can be taken away from this book, we could all do with having a good long look at our impact on the world. But am not sure I am ready to jump on this particular band waggon.
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- Alison Campbell
- 01-06-15
A wonderful, life challenging listen
The Moneyless Man is narrated beautifully and I found it a compelling listen. It is creative non-fiction at its best; a well written real life tale, which holds your interest from beginning to end. I learned so much, and it challenged so many aspects of my life and living. Rather than an 'all or nothing' call to live without money, (though that is certainly a vision the author maintains), this work provides so many ways that each of us can reduce our impact on the world in terms of considering alternatives to buying things, replacing things unnecessarily and creating less waste. A fabulous book that captured my heart and imagination... capable of changing us if we let it.
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- David
- 04-03-15
Interesting view point
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I cannot say that I agree with everything in this book but it is a very interesting view point and he does raise many valid points about the problems of capitalism.
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- Julie west
- 29-10-20
Mind blowing, inspirational
Loved this and elarnt so much. Want to put lots of ot ibto practice
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- Mr D A Campbell
- 17-09-21
Insightful
As much as I would love to live the adventure that Mark has, I am fully institutionalised. That said, this book was incredibly interesting and although as he suggested - most will go into the recycling bin of ideas - it feels like some parts will live with me for the rest of my life. Great book, highly recommended for everyone regardless of their outlook on life.
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- Anonymous User
- 30-12-22
best book I've ever listened to
what amazing ideas, clever man, excellent all through the book I enjoyed every bit of it.
Can not recommend enough!
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- Anonymous User
- 25-03-23
Will read again
Really good book, has made me realise what I really want in life. Will read again in the future!
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- Natasha
- 11-08-12
Amazing listen
I came across this book by total accident. I am very glad i did. It is a great listen but also makes you think a lot, about the way we live our lives. Many things have changed in my home since i listened to this. Brilliant!!
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- Anthony, Bristol
- 30-06-13
An interesting concept in todays world.
This is an amazing book, written by Mark Boyle, who lived moneyless for a year on a farm in Bristol. Mark is an inspiration to us all and how we live our lives. Do we really need all these possessions? Do we really need all the food we buy or are there alternatives? In a craze that is sweeping the nation, in living cheaper and getting something for nothing, this book gives a real insight in how we can all reduce our outgoing costs.
Full of useful information and anecdotes from the ups and downs of living without money, this book is a must read/listen. You won't be disappointed.
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- Kindle Customer
- 01-09-19
Inspiring
So good, almost as good as the way home. Mark Boyle truly changes how one thinks, for the better. Narration really good too but would have preferred someone who sounds more like the author and less like a diy ad.
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