The Shepherd's Manual: A Practical Treatise On The Sheep Designed Especially For American Shepherds (1884)

By Henry Stewart

Book Overview

The Shepherd's Manual is a comprehensive guidebook written by Henry Stewart in 1884. The book is specifically designed for American shepherds and provides practical advice on the care and management of sheep. It covers topics such as selecting and breeding sheep, feeding and nutrition, housing and shelter, disease prevention and treatment, and wool production. The manual also includes detailed descriptions of different sheep breeds and their characteristics, as well as tips on shearing and wool processing. The book is written in a clear and concise manner, making it accessible to both experienced and novice shepherds. Overall, The Shepherd's Manual is a valuable resource for anyone involved in the sheep industry, offering practical and insightful information on all aspects of sheep farming.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: 1163944076
• ISBN13: 9781163944073
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 280 Pages
• Weight: 0.83 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.6" x 6.0" x 9.0"