Fruits And Fruit Trees, Home And Foreign: An Index To The Kinds Valued In Britain, With Descriptions, Histories, And Other Particulars (1885)

By Leo Hartley Grindon

Book Overview

Fruits And Fruit Trees, Home And Foreign: An Index To The Kinds Valued In Britain, With Descriptions, Histories, And Other Particulars is a book written by Leopold Hartley Grindon and first published in 1885. The book is a comprehensive guide to the different types of fruits and fruit trees that are valued in Britain, both those that are native to the country and those that come from abroad. The book is organized alphabetically, with each entry providing a detailed description of the fruit or tree, its history, and other relevant information. The author covers a wide range of fruits, including apples, pears, plums, cherries, peaches, apricots, grapes, and many more. In addition to the descriptions of individual fruits and trees, the book also includes information on the cultivation and care of fruit trees, as well as advice on how to choose the best varieties for different growing conditions. The author also provides a wealth of historical and cultural information, discussing the role that fruits and fruit trees have played in British society over the centuries. Overall, Fruits And Fruit Trees, Home And Foreign: An Index To The Kinds Valued In Britain, With Descriptions, Histories, And Other Particulars is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history and cultivation of fruit trees, as well as for those who simply enjoy eating and learning about different types of fruit.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: 1164654039
• ISBN13: 9781164654032
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 338 Pages
• Weight: 1.00 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.7" x 6.0" x 9.0"