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Bliss Brown's 1916 volume is a complete source of information on the marketing, packaging, and transportation of fruit for sale.

William Robinson presents descriptions of ornamental, hardy, herbaceous, alpine, and bulbous plants with directions for their culture and arrangement.

This 1919 book describes both the success of the war garden in helping to reduce food shortages during the World War I period and the necessity for maintaining these gardens during peacetime.

H.A. Burberry's 1900 reference is a complete source of information for the amateur orchid cultivator.

This 1871 volume, a revision and enlargement by William Robinson of John Loudon's original text, is a classic work on the growth and management of fruits and vegetables.

H.M. Stringfellow, in this 1896 work, aims to show that the principles of horticulture, as they were put into practice at the time, are wrong and that there is a more natural, easier, and inexpensive way to grow fruit than was commonly done.

After a short discussion of climate issues in America, William Kenrick's 1842 book provides a history and description of the types of fruits and their varieties available to be grown in America, with instructions for their cultivation.

Prolific gardening writer and educator Samuel Green published this 1894 work to aid the amateur fruit grower in cultivating fruits for personal use and to sell. Covering the most widely available and stable varieties known, the work provides descriptions of the fruits as well as advice on the best way to grow each variety.

Thomas Field's 1858 work covers all aspects of the culture of pears.

This comprehensive text by William Beattie offers information on all aspects of the cultivation and use of celery.

Will Tracy's 1907 book is a practical work on all aspects of the growing of the most popular of garden vegetables-the tomato.

Robert Halliday's 1880 work is a hands-on guide to the culture of the Camellia japonica, the flower that became the state flower of Alabama and a favorite of Elizabeth, the Queen Mother (England), and Coco Chanel.

Eben Rexford published his 1909 work with the aim of helping householders to create their own gardens and grow produce for their families.

Franklin Elliott's 1854 volume is a comprehensive reference on American fruits, providing information on the history, propagation, culture, and management of commonly grown varieties, with a botanical sketch of each fruit.

In this 1851 text, George Lawson aims to place before the general reader a popular, yet full and accurate, history of the royal water lily of South America, as well as an account of the water lilies found in the lakes and rivers of Great Britain.

John Thomas's 1871 compilation is a thorough source of information on the culture of fruit and includes descriptions of the principal American and foreign varieties cultivated in the United States in the late 19th century.

This 1913 volume provides complete directions on intensive vegetable culture, helping home gardeners to get the most production out of their available land while maintaining high soil fertility.

Charles Allen's 1901 work is a comprehensive source of information on cultivating the various vegetables of the Brassicaceae or Cruciferae family, which includes cabbage, cauliflower, broccoli, and brussels sprouts.

Villa Gardens: How To Plan And How To Plant Them is a comprehensive guidebook on designing and cultivating beautiful gardens for villas and large homes, written by William Snow Rogers and originally published in 1902. The book covers a wide range of topics related to garden design, including site selection, soil preparation, plant selection, and landscape architecture. It also includes detailed instructions on how to create various garden features, such as paths, terraces, and water features. The book is richly illustrated with photographs, sketches, and diagrams, making it a valuable resource for both amateur and professional gardeners. Whether you are looking to create a formal garden or a more naturalistic landscape, Villa Gardens provides practical advice and inspiration for creating a beautiful outdoor space.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.

""Tuscan Sculpture Of The Fifteenth Century: A Collection Of Sixteen Pictures Reproducing Works By Donatello, The Della Robbia, Mino Da Fiesole, And Others"" is a book written by Estelle May Hurll and published in 1902. The book features a collection of sixteen pictures that reproduce works of art by some of the most renowned Tuscan sculptors of the fifteenth century, including Donatello, the Della Robbia, and Mino da Fiesole. The book provides a comprehensive analysis and description of each of the sculptures, highlighting their unique features and artistic significance. The author also provides historical context and background information on the artists and their works. ""Tuscan Sculpture Of The Fifteenth Century"" is an informative and visually stunning book that is a must-read for anyone interested in the history and art of the Renaissance period in Italy.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.

The aim of this 1913 work by Thomas Smith is to supply the small-scale grower with all the information needed to maintain a productive vegetable business, from preparing the soil to marketing the vegetables.

Thomas Hogg's 1839 work provides both experienced and amateur gardeners with advice on the choice of good flowers and their proper cultivation.

George Jaques's work from 1849 offers a wealth of useful information on the types of fruits that can be grown in the interior sections of New England as well as their cultivation and management.

This 1904 volume by R. Brotherston and Martin Smith is a practical guide to the history, cultivation, and care of carnations.

From 1892, this work by Joseph Cheal is a practical introduction to the growing of fruit for the amateur gardener.

Originally designed as a textbook for high school students, Samuel Green's 1915 work provides clear, concise, and comprehensive directions for the establishment, maintenance, and harvesting of a home or professional vegetable garden.

Ida Bennett's 1909 primer is aimed at the amateur gardener, covering all aspects of the growing of flowers including window boxes, rose beds, houseplants, and winter protection.

This concise 1894 handbook of fruit culture was designed to aid both the beginning farmer and the established farmer who hadn't the time for extensive research in successfully cultivating common fruits.

Martin Doyle and Leonard Gale's 1835 text lays out for the home gardener a month-by-month guide to the tasks associated with the culture of flowers.