Thomas Jefferson's Garden Book 1766-1824 is a comprehensive collection of writings by Thomas Jefferson on gardening and agriculture. The book is edited by Edwin Morris Betts and includes relevant extracts from Jefferson's other writings. The book provides a fascinating insight into the mind of one of America's most influential founding fathers and his love for gardening. It features Jefferson's personal notes, observations, and experiments in his garden at Monticello, Virginia, as well as his thoughts on the importance of ...
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Thomas Jefferson's Garden Book 1766-1824 is a comprehensive collection of writings by Thomas Jefferson on gardening and agriculture. The book is edited by Edwin Morris Betts and includes relevant extracts from Jefferson's other writings. The book provides a fascinating insight into the mind of one of America's most influential founding fathers and his love for gardening. It features Jefferson's personal notes, observations, and experiments in his garden at Monticello, Virginia, as well as his thoughts on the importance of agriculture to the American economy. The book is divided into sections based on the different types of plants Jefferson grew, including vegetables, fruits, herbs, and flowers. It also includes detailed descriptions of his gardening techniques, such as crop rotation and soil management. Overall, Thomas Jefferson's Garden Book 1766-1824 is a must-read for anyone interested in gardening, agriculture, or the life and legacy of Thomas Jefferson.Jefferson's Detailed Entries Are A Testament To His Powers Of Observation And Love Of Gardening.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.
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