- Hardcover: 307 pages
- Publisher: Villard Books (1 Jan 1993)
- Language English
- ISBN-10: 0679744037
- ISBN-13: 978-0679744030
- Product Dimensions: 23.1 x 18.5 x 2.3 cm
- Average Customer Review: 4.7 out of 5 stars See all reviews (13 customer reviews)
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2 of 2 people found the following review helpful
Format:Paperback
Wonderful book!!! (The Tightwad Gazette II and III are too!) I've read all 3 AT LEAST 50 times each!!! Amy Dacyczyn (and her readers) have helped me to be a stay-at-home mom for the last 3 1/2 years. There are some great ideas in these books, but mostly the essay's by Amy herself are the most motivational items. These books are WELL WORTH the purchase price. They can teach a "novice" or an "old-hand" tightwad a few helpful tricks. These books are a MUST HAVE in any tightwad library.
2 of 2 people found the following review helpful
Format:Paperback
Amy tells you in plain english how to cut corners without completely sacrificing. This book is for people who want to try "tight-waddery" as a hobby as well as those who can commit to it as a lifestyle. I picked up this book at a rummage sale for 50 cents!!!!! Because of this, I can purchase #2 and #3 without guilt!! If you need money, and these days, who doesn't, GET THIS BOOK!!! You won't regret it.
2 of 2 people found the following review helpful
Format:Paperback
Amy Dacyzyn is that rare thing in contemporary America--a person who believes the American dream is still attainable. She believes that people's financial goals are attainable, not through earning more but through saving more. This book focuses on teaching readers the basics of a frugal lifestyle; readers are told how to save money on everything from groceries to weddings. Far from merely giving helpful hints, _The Tightwad Gazette_ shows the reader how to figure out what is the most economical alternative among many, how to calculate savings, and make thrifty choices--skills they can then apply to their own unique situations. In addition to the excellent practical advice, Dacyzyn has some interesting things to say about the psychological side of frugality; she clearly believes that saving money is fun and, before they're through with this book, her readers will too.
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Inspiration for all who aspire to be frugal!
Yes it's American, yes, it's dated - but it doesn't stop it being full of germs of ideas and inspiration that it CAN be done. Read more
Published 10 months ago by Isabelle Smith
It saved our financial life!
Not only have I read all three books and been a subscriber to the newsletter, I had the pleasure of speaking to Ms. Dacyczyn for several hours. Read more
Published on 10 July 1999
A must for those on a budget
I enjoyed Amy's book and so will you. While most of us will not use every idea in her book, most of us will find several ideas which will result in cost savings for you and your... Read more
Published on 5 May 1999
A great gift for anyone . . .
Even if you can't hope to be as frugal as Amy, you have to admire her ideals and her dedication to them. Read more
Published on 14 Dec 1998
Some interesting ideas,but basic premise is borderline nutty
There are some worthwhile and intriguing ideas and suggestions in this series of books (I, II and III) about saving money and not buying into our materialistic culture, and I... Read more
Published on 16 Oct 1998
20$ aday wasted = 600$ a month what a thought! great book!!
I learned so much about mt own personal waste
of stuff, not just money. I'll never look at a bread tab the same way again :)
of stuff, not just money. I'll never look at a bread tab the same way again :)
Published on 6 Mar 1998
A Beacon of Hope in a Spendthrift World
These series of books are valuable tools in helping anyone interested in saving money. A renewed spirit of thrift and a sense of accomplishment become companions to those who... Read more
Published on 12 Feb 1998
Do you want to be financially free? Read this book.
If you have finacial goals and dreams, but you don't want to trade your life for them, this book is for you. Read more
Published on 7 Nov 1997
The Tightwad Gazette has changed my life for the better.
After reading The Tightwad Gazette I & II, grocery shopping would never be the same for me. My weekly grocery bill used to be $100 to $120 for a family of 5, now it averages... Read more
Published on 8 Mar 1997
Frugal Living at its Best!
Amy Dacyczyn is like a breath of fresh air - blowing in the energy to try new, creative (yet inexpensive) ideas yet cleaning out the old routines that have kept us in ruts (and our... Read more
Published on 10 Jan 1997
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