The man without money

Aiming to draw attention to excessive consumption and waste in Western society, economist Mark Boyle abandoned the economic system for a year. The author managed to survive, feed himself, maintain a home, and maintain personal hygiene without spending a penny. To achieve this, he resorted to creative solutions, such as toothpaste made from shellfish, skill-sharing schemes, and a compostable toilet. "The Broke Man" is the witty account of someone who once lived within the economic system and, upon realizing the consequences of money on the environment, decided to take action and show that sometimes, giving up money can be the path to a better life.