I read Muir's "How To Keep Your Volkswagen Alive" many (MANY!) years ago, and enjoyed his hippie philosophy writing style. Based on that, I had always wanted to read this, his ideas for a utopian society. I was pleased to find that it was back in print. Unfortunate, I just couldn't finish it. The style is dated, and his ideas, while interesting, are not feasible. An interesting thought experiment, but just too far out there.

Five stars for Aschwanden's illustrations. I love his work on this book as well as the VW guide. ( )

The author carefully lays out a detailed design for utopia & has inspired much of my own thinking about What Could Be. Don't be put off by the 60's-era writing style. The illustrations are also excellent. This book is provocative and well worth reading. ( )