The Call Of The Hen: Or The Science Of The Selection And Breeding Of Poultry For Egg Production (1914)

The Call of the Hen is a comprehensive guide to the science of selecting and breeding poultry for egg production. Written by Walter Hogan and first published in 1914, the book covers all aspects of poultry breeding, from the selection of the best breeds to the care and management of the birds. The author provides detailed information on the anatomy and physiology of chickens, as well as the principles of breeding and genetics. The book also includes practical advice on housing and feeding, as well as tips on raising chickens for maximum egg production. With its detailed and practical approach, The Call of the Hen remains a valuable resource for poultry breeders, farmers, and anyone interested in the science of poultry breeding.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.

Walter Hogan is associate professor and librarian at East Michigan University. He is the author of Humor in Young Adult Literature: A Time to Laugh (Scarecrow Press, 2005) and The Agony & the Eggplant: Daniel Pinkwater's Heroic Struggles in the Name of YA Literature (Scarecrow Press, 2001).