Apples

By Roger Yepsen and Roger B. Yepsen

Book Overview

Ninety North American apples, described in words and identified in the author's beautiful and precise watercolors.

• Format: Hardcover
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0393036901
• ISBN13: 9780393036909
• Release Date: September 1994
• Publisher: Norton & Company, Incorporated, W. W.
• Length: 255 Pages
• Weight: 0.87 lbs.
• Dimensions: 6.4" x 0.9" x 5.4"

Customer Reviews

Heritage apples

When I decided to plant some apple trees, I wanted apples I couldn't buy at the local grocery store. Information on antique varieties was hard to find, but this little book was a treasure trove. I kept it beside me as I went through my catalogs, comparing those descriptions to Yepsen's text and beautiful illustrations of both antiques and some modern varieties. Very useful, and a pleasure for the eyes as well. The only improvement I could ask for is that it would cover more apples. Perhaps another volume?

Must have book for the apple lover

This little jewel of a book is the best reference to the unusual "antique" apple varieties that are enjoying a new popularity. Stunning watercolors, history of varieties, and useful descriptions fill the book. Before we buy a tree, we consult "the book" to learn more about each cultivar.We wish that the author would do an Apples 2 - The Missed Varieties book!

A real gem!!

This is a gem of a book. Roger Yepsen put a lot of heart and soul into this book and it shows. For a book that makes such a delightful first impression, it really delivers the goods. The exquisite watercolors never grow trite or tiring and the compact and well-researched narrative is surprisingly comprehensive.

Adorable, informative & fascinating

This is an adorable, informative & fascinating book all about apples. The author does a great job of explaining how apple species have diminished, how retailers offer old and waxed apples and how to buy good applesThe best apple varieties for drying, sauce, pie, and cider are listed and the processes of making ciders, applejack & apple brandy are explained. There are even recipes for making apple leathers & apple butter. A detailed description is included for over 90 varieties of apples. Information includes the apple's origin, flavor, uses, harvesting time, & how well it stores. An elegant watercolor painting is included alongside each description. A small dictionary & sources for mail order tress are also included. This book makes a nice housewarming or wedding gift. It is a must for any cook serious about apples.