The principles of agriculture for common schools

By Isaac Oscar Winslow

Book Overview

The Principles of Agriculture: For Common Schools is a book written by Isaac Oscar Winslow in 1890. The book is a comprehensive guide to agriculture, covering everything from the basics of soil composition and plant growth to the more advanced topics of breeding and animal husbandry. The book is designed for use in common schools, and as such, it is written in a clear and accessible style that is easy for young students to understand. The book is divided into several sections, each of which covers a different aspect of agriculture. The first section covers the basics of soil composition and plant growth, including topics such as soil types, fertilizers, and crop rotation. The second section covers the cultivation of various crops, including grains, vegetables, and fruits. The third section covers animal husbandry, including topics such as breeding, feeding, and care. The final section of the book covers the business of agriculture, including marketing and farm management. Throughout the book, Winslow emphasizes the importance of scientific principles in agriculture, and he provides numerous examples and illustrations to help students understand these concepts. Overall, The Principles of Agriculture is an excellent resource for students and teachers alike, providing a comprehensive overview of the science of 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: 1165084988
• ISBN13: 9781165084982
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 164 Pages
• Weight: 0.50 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.3" x 6.0" x 9.0"