Mark Shepard
Books
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1. There Are No Facts
The Limits of Knowledge in a Post-Truth Era
In this thought-provoking exploration of the modern information landscape, the author delves into the complexities of truth and perception in an era dominated by digital media and misinformation. The narrative challenges the reader to question the very nature of facts, examining how they are constructed, disseminated, and manipulated in contemporary society. Through a blend of historical context, philosophical inquiry, and real-world examples, the book encourages a critical examination of the sources and motivations behind the information we consume, urging a more discerning and reflective approach to understanding the world around us.
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2. Scratch Beginnings
Me, $25, and the Search for the American Dream
In this first-person experiment, a man moves to an unfamiliar city with almost no money and no contacts to prove an ordinary person can rebuild a stable life from scratch; over the following year he chronicles taking low-wage work, finding housing, establishing credit and savings, and distills practical habits, budgeting tactics, networking strategies and a disciplined mindset into a readable mix of memoir and actionable advice for self-reliance and upward mobility.
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3. Restoration Agriculture
Real-World Permaculture for Farmers
A practical manifesto for redesigning farmland to mimic natural ecosystems, emphasizing perennial polycultures, food forests, and agroforestry to restore soil, increase biodiversity, and produce reliable yields with lower inputs. It explains design principles, plant guilds, grazing strategies, and step-by-step conversion methods, while addressing economic viability and long-term stewardship for resilient, productive landscapes.
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