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The Origin and History of Our Garden Vegetables, to Which Is Added Their Dietetic Values (Classic Reprint) - Softcover
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Starch, however, Professor Church writes, next to oil and fat, is the most concentrated heat-giving and force-producing of all the nutrients.
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- PublisherForgotten Books
- Publication date2020
- ISBN 10 1330593677
- ISBN 13 9781330593677
- BindingPaperback
- LanguageEnglish
- Number of pages85
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Paperback. Condition: New. Print on Demand. This book offers a comprehensive exploration of how cultivation has transformed plants, taking the turnip and the rape as prime examples. It explores their origins in the wild turnip, Brassica campestris, and follows their evolution into the edible vegetables we know today. The author traces how centuries of selective breeding have shaped these plants, creating distinct varieties with unique characteristics. The book also delves into the historical and cultural significance of turnips and rapes, examining their use as food, medicine, and even currency throughout history. It sheds light on the role these vegetables have played in shaping human civilization, from ancient times to the present day. Ultimately, this book highlights the profound impact that humans have had on the plant world through cultivation, and offers a fascinating insight into how our food has evolved alongside our societies. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item. Seller Inventory # 9781330593677_0
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