A Complete Body of Husbandry

A Complete Body of Husbandry Collected from the Practice and Experience of the Most Considerable Farmers in Britain (1727)

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Publisher's Synopsis

""A Complete Body of Husbandry"" is a book written by Richard Bradley and originally published in 1727. The book is a comprehensive guide to farming and agriculture in Britain, and is based on the author's own practical experience as well as the knowledge and techniques of the most successful farmers of the time. The book covers a wide range of topics, including the cultivation of crops such as wheat, barley, oats, and turnips, as well as the management of livestock such as cattle, sheep, pigs, and horses. It also includes information on the construction and maintenance of farm buildings, the use of farm machinery and tools, and the economics of farming. The book is considered a valuable historical resource for those interested in the history of agriculture and farming practices in Britain.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.

Book information

ISBN: 9781165934669
Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
Imprint: Kessinger Publishing
Pub date:
Language: English
Number of pages: 402
Weight: 535g
Height: 152mm
Width: 229mm
Spine width: 20mm