1804, 1st, THE PENNSYLVANIA FARMER, TREATISES ON HUSBANDRY, by JOB ROBERTS

Description: The Pennsylvania Farmer; Being a Selection from the Most Approved Treatises on Husbandry, Interspersed with Observations and Experiments by Job Roberts Philadelphia: Jacob Johnson & Co. 1804 First Edition 18mo, v, [3], 5-224 pages, bound in the original full leather binding. Heavy rubbing and wear, front hinge cracked with the top board nearly detached, damgage to spine, age toning, discoloration and foxing, previous owner's inscriptions, loss to the blank front free endpaper, else in good condition. The Pennsylvania Farmer; Being a Selection from the Most Approved Treatises on Husbandry, Interspersed with Observations and Experiments by Job Roberts is a comprehensive agricultural guide that reflects the growing importance of scientific farming in early 19th-century America. The book draws from various well-established treatises on husbandry and incorporates Roberts' own practical experiences and experiments. It offers farmers valuable information on topics such as soil preparation, crop rotation, livestock breeding, and general farm management. Designed to be both instructive and practical, the work aimed to enhance agricultural productivity and efficiency for farmers in Pennsylvania and beyond. By blending traditional farming wisdom with emerging agricultural practices, the book played a key role in advancing farming techniques during a transformative period in American agriculture. Bidwell 546; Rink 1148; Sabin 71898; American Imprints 7203 If you have any questions, feel free to ask, and don't forget to check out my other listings.

Price: 192.5 USD

Location: West Chester, Pennsylvania

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