Bill Mollison Permaculture Books
Bill Mollison, a permaculture pioneer, left behind him groundbreaking ideas and teachings about permaculture principles and design.
His books have become essential reads for anyone interested in sustainable living, ecological design, and permaculture principles.
(co-)Author of several books, he explained in detail the principles of permaculture and how to design a permanent culture ecosystem.
“Permaculture: A Designer’s Manual” (1988):
The book “Permaculture: A Designer’s Manual”, stands as a comprehensive guide to the principles and practices of permaculture.
Published in 1988, this book outlines the fundamental ethics, principles, and design strategies that form the core of permaculture philosophy.
Mollison’s holistic approach to sustainable living, ecological awareness, and regenerative design has made this manual a timeless resource for individuals seeking to create resilient and self-sufficient systems.
“Introduction to Permaculture” (with Reny Mia Slay) (1991)
“Introduction to Permaculture” is an excellent starting point for creating a permaculture project. Co-authored with Reny Mia Slay, this book is an ideal resource for beginners, providing a condensed and informative overview of permaculture principles and comprehensive steps of permaculture design.
“The Permaculture City: Regenerative Design for Urban, Suburban, and Town Resilience” (with Toby Hemenway) (2015)
In this book, Mollison adapted his permaculture principles to address the challenges of city living in an attempt to make permaculture accessible and relevant in diverse settings. Co-authored with Toby Hemenway, “The Permaculture City” explores how permaculture concepts can be applied in urban and peri-urban environments.
Bill Mollison Overall Bibliography:
- Permaculture One: A Perennial Agriculture for Human Settlements, with David Holmgren
- Permaculture Two: Practical Design for Town and Country in Permanent Agriculture
- Permaculture – A Designer’s Manual
- Introduction to Permaculture, with Reny Mia Slay
- The Permaculture Book of Ferment and Human Nutrition
- Travels in Dreams: An Autobiography
Bill Mollison’s books are pillars of permaculture education, providing readers with the tools to transform their lives and environments.
His teachings continue to inspire a global community dedicated to sustainable living, regenerative agriculture, and ecological design.
