Review: A good little book of common-sense tips
Rating: 3 out of 5
Date: 04 21, 2012
I like to think of myself as something of an expert on frugality (a distinction I earned first out of necessity, and later by choice), so I'm always interested in learning what others have to say about it. This is a good little book filled with short, common-sense tips on frugal living. It doesn't break any new ground, but it does provide useful information and - unlike many similar books I've seen - is well written and properly laid out. It's also appropriately priced at just 99 cents - I've been surprised how many "penny pinching" books have been priced much higher. I've seen some short books priced at seven and eight bucks, and that's just ridiculous.I do have a quibble with one of the author's suggestions. I don't believe that people should try to save a few pennies by making their own dog food or cat food (and I should point out that no recipes are given - the reader is directed to find recipes on the internet). Just like people, dogs and cats have their own health and allergy issues, but they can't tell you when you're feeding them something that makes them sick, lethargic, fat, constipated, or which doesn't provide optimum nutrition. Some people actually hurt their animals by feeding them homemade food. It's worth an extra penny or two to feed your animals quality pet food from a trusted manufacturer, which has been scientifically formulated to provide proper nutrition.Other than that, a good little book at just under a buck.