The Book of Apples

Second Hand
Hardcover
Author: Morgan, J. and Richards, A.
Published by: Ebury Press

Book Condition: Fine. Dust Jacket: Fine.
Very lightly used, if at all. Very crisp, clean and bright inside and out, with the exception of a hint of age toning to the closed textblock edges and a tiny strip of very light discolouration to the edge of the DJ.
This book is the survey of apple varieties throughout the world, providing a history of apple-growing from earliest times, a practical section on growing apples and eating them, and an annotated directory of the finest varieties, together with lists of apple collections throughout the world. Beginning with a fascinating history of apple-growing from earliest times, she describes the multiplication of varieties which culminated in the golden age of apples as a dessert fruit in the 19th century. There is a practical section on growing apples and eating them – the characteristics of different varieties, growing, training and pruning, pest protection, serving and cooking. Finally there is a complete annotated directory of the National Apple Collection at Brogdale, the largest of its kind in the world. Also included are useful lists of apple collections throughout the world, and of nurserymen supplying individual varieties. The book is illustrated by 36 magnificent colour paintings by Elizabeth Dowle, specially commissioned for this book, as well as numerous other illustrations in line and halftone.
ISBN: 91777593