The New Book of Apples: The Definitive Guide to Over 2,000 Varieties - Hardcover

Morgan, Joan; Richards, Alison

Hardcover

ISBN 10: 0091883989 ISBN 13: 9780091883980

Publisher: Ebury Press, 2002

Synopsis

This extraordinary book contains the most wide ranging history of apples ever written and a detailed survey of over 2,000 of the world's apple varieties. Beautifully illustrated with 32 exquisite colour paintings, the last edition of this book received many accolades and was quickly recognised as a classic. Complete with a fully revised directory covering all the varieties of apples to be found in the world's largest apple collection, The New Book of Apples includes full historical, geographical and botanical details as well as tasting notes on each type of apple. Exploring the role of apples in cooking, cider making, gardening, myth and medicine, this is an indispendable reference guide.

About this title

From the Inside Flap:

Includes the historical, geographical and botanical details as well as colour paintings and advice on cooking and growing.

About the Author:

Joan Morgan is the connoisseur of apples. Originally trained as a biochemist, she was the first woman invited to become a member of the Royal Horticultural Society's Fruit and Vegetable Committee. Alison Richards is an award-winning radio producer and writer with a special interest in the social aspects of gardening and cookery.

About this edition

• Publisher: Ebury Press
• Publication date: 2002
• ISBN 10: 0091883989
• ISBN 13: 9780091883980
• Binding: Hardcover
• Number of pages: 288
• Illustrator: Dowle Elisabeth