Flax Culture: An Outline Of The History And Present Condition Of The Flax Industry In The United States And A Consideration Of The I

By Edmund Allen Whitman and Edmund A Whitman

Book Overview

Flax Culture is a book written by Edmund A. Whitman in 1888 that provides a comprehensive overview of the history and current state of the flax industry in the United States. The book examines the influence of legislation on the industry and covers topics such as the cultivation and harvesting of flax, the processing of flax into linen, and the various uses of flax products. The author discusses the challenges faced by the flax industry, such as competition from other fibers and the difficulty of finding skilled labor. Additionally, the book includes a detailed account of the history of flax cultivation in the United States, from its origins in colonial times to its decline in the late 19th century. Overall, Flax Culture is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history and industry of flax in the United States.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1163885517
• ISBN13: 9781163885512
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 106 Pages
• Weight: 0.34 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.2" x 6.0" x 9.0"