Letters On Agriculture From His Excellency, George Washington To Arthur Young And John Sinclair (1847)

By George Washington

Book Overview

Letters on Agriculture from His Excellency, George Washington to Arthur Young and John Sinclair (1847) is a collection of letters written by the first President of the United States, George Washington, to two prominent agriculturalists of his time, Arthur Young and John Sinclair. The letters were written between 1785 and 1799, and cover a wide range of topics related to farming and agriculture, including soil management, crop rotation, livestock breeding, and the use of fertilizers. The book provides a unique insight into Washington's views on agriculture, which he considered to be a cornerstone of the young nation's economy. In his letters, he discusses his own experiences as a farmer and shares his thoughts on the best practices for managing a successful farm. Washington's letters are written in a clear and straightforward style, and are filled with practical advice and observations based on his own firsthand experience. He also discusses the challenges and obstacles faced by farmers, including the impact of weather, pests, and disease on crops and livestock. Overall, Letters on Agriculture from His Excellency, George Washington to Arthur Young and John Sinclair (1847) is a fascinating glimpse into the mind of one of America's most iconic figures, and provides valuable insights into the history of agriculture 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: 1120314283
• ISBN13: 9781120314284
• Release Date: October 2009
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 210 Pages
• Weight: 1.07 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.4" x 8.3" x 11.0"