The Herring: Its Natural And National Importance (1864)

By John M. Mitchell

Book Overview

""The Herring: Its Natural And National Importance"" is a book written by John M. Mitchell and originally published in 1864. The book provides a comprehensive overview of the herring, a small, oily fish that has played an important role in the history and economy of many countries. Mitchell covers a wide range of topics related to the herring, including its natural habitat, biology, and behavior. He also discusses the various ways in which humans have interacted with the herring over the centuries, from fishing and processing to cooking and eating. Throughout the book, Mitchell emphasizes the importance of the herring to national economies and cultural identities, particularly in countries such as Scotland, Norway, and the Netherlands, where the fish has been a staple food and a major source of income for centuries. ""The Herring: Its Natural And National Importance"" is a fascinating and informative read for anyone interested in the history and science of this important fish.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: 1165611120
• ISBN13: 9781165611126
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 394 Pages
• Weight: 1.16 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.8" x 6.0" x 9.0"