This book was wonderful for me. I read a book called "Skinny Bitch" which basically made me feel like I'd rather become vegan or die. As a result the struggle to conform to the guidelines of being a vegan dictated my life. The restrictions are very intense and there are many but very worth it. Becoming a vegan can be very intimidating, becoming a vegetarian is hard enough let alone renouncing milk products and buttery goodness as well. This book provides information on what becoming a vegan means, what vegans eat and believe and ways to prepare easy, practical vegan meals, including many recipes and tips for a vegan novice like me. This book also provides products that are vegan friendly and sometimes also suggests places where consumers can find these products. I am now a well-educated vegan and I owe most of my initial information and daily meals to this book filled with support and education for the aspiring vegan.