The Prickly Pear As A Farm Crop (1908)

By David Griffiths, David Griffiths, David. Griffiths [from old catalog]

Book Overview

The Prickly Pear As A Farm Crop is a book written by David Griffiths in 1908. The book focuses on the cultivation and uses of the prickly pear cactus as a viable farm crop. The author provides detailed information on the different varieties of prickly pears, their adaptability to different climates and soils, and the best methods for their cultivation. The book also covers the many uses of the prickly pear, including its use as a food source for both humans and animals, as well as its medicinal properties. The author provides recipes for preparing the prickly pear as a food and discusses its potential as a source of alcohol and other industrial products. The Prickly Pear As A Farm Crop is a comprehensive guide for anyone interested in growing and utilizing this unique and versatile plant. The book is written in a clear and concise manner and includes numerous illustrations and photographs to aid in understanding. This book is a valuable resource for farmers, horticulturists, and anyone interested in sustainable agriculture.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: 1167163656
• ISBN13: 9781167163654
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 48 Pages
• Weight: 0.38 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.1" x 8.5" x 11.0"