The Principles And Practice Of Land Drainage (1888)

By John H. Klippart

Book Overview

""The Principles and Practice of Land Drainage"" is a comprehensive guide to the science and art of draining land for agricultural purposes. Written by John Hancock Klippart, a prominent American agriculturalist and educator of the late 19th century, the book covers every aspect of land drainage, from the theory behind it to the practical techniques used in the field. Klippart explains the benefits of land drainage, such as increased crop yields and improved soil health, and provides detailed instructions on how to design and install drainage systems. The book includes numerous illustrations and diagrams to help readers understand the concepts and techniques described. It also covers topics such as the different types of soil, the effects of drainage on the environment, and the economics of drainage systems. Overall, ""The Principles and Practice of Land Drainage"" is an invaluable resource for farmers, agricultural engineers, and anyone interested in improving the productivity of the land.Embracing A Brief History Of Underdraining; A Detailed Examination Of Its Operation And Advantages; A Description Of Various Kinds Of Drains, With Practical Directions For Their Construction; The Manufacture Of Drain-Tile, Etc.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: 1437330339
• ISBN13: 9781437330335
• Release Date: November 2008
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 460 Pages
• Weight: 1.34 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.9" x 6.0" x 9.0"