Bread From Stones - Hardcover

Julius Hensel

Hardcover

ISBN 10: 1528276280 ISBN 13: 9781528276283

Publisher: Forgotten Books, 2024

Synopsis

This book delves into the fascinating world of plant nutrition and its impact on the quality and health of our food. Challenging the long-held "Law of Minimum" in agriculture, the author argues that focusing solely on replenishing potash, phosphoric acid, and nitrogen in soil overlooks the crucial role of other essential elements. Drawing on historical and scientific examples, the author explores how the varying mineral compositions of different soils influence the characteristics of crops, from the suppleness of Silesian linen to the strength of Norman horses. This compelling exploration extends to the human realm, examining how the mineral content of our food impacts our health and even temperament. Ultimately, this book calls for a more holistic approach to agriculture, one that recognizes the intricate interplay between soil, plants, and human well-being. By understanding and harnessing the nourishing forces within the earth, we can cultivate not only abundance, but also true health and vitality.

About this title

About the Author

Julius Hensel was a German agricultural chemist in the late 1800s who discovered that by adding finely ground rock dust to soil he could confer immunity to bacterial, fungal and insect attack. Eventually these these findings were published in Das Leben, or The Life and later as Bread from Stones.

Language Notes

Text: English (translation)
Original Language: German

Edition details

• Publisher: Forgotten Books
• Publication date: 2024
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 1528276280
• ISBN 13: 9781528276283
• Binding: Hardcover
• Number of pages: 141