The Grain Harvesters

Quick, Graeme R.

ISBN 10: 0916150135 / ISBN 13: 9780916150136

Published by American Society of Agricultural Engineers, 1978

About this Item

Glossy covers, solid binding. Edges rubbed, light creasing, small taped closed tear along bottom edge. Address label inside front cover. Clean unmarked pages. ; 10.90 X 8.50 X 0.60 inches; 269 pages.

Seller Inventory # 12508

Bibliographic Details

• Title: The Grain Harvesters
• Publisher: American Society of Agricultural Engineers
• Publication Date: 1978
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 0916150135
• ISBN 13: 9780916150136
• Binding: Paperback
• Condition: Good

About this title

Synopsis

This is the story of the tools, machines, and systems used throughout history to harvest grain. It is a profusely illustrated history of grain harvesting tools, equipment, and machines from ancient times to todays modern combines. Nearly 800 photos and drawings enhance the story of important milestones in grain harvesting. Highlights machines and equipment, their inventors, and the innovations and companies that changed, and are continuing to change, the way we farm.

About the Author

Dr. Quick is Principal Research Scientist, Agricultural Engineering Group with the Division of Mechanical Engineering, Commonwealth Scientific and Industrial Research Organization, Highett, Victoria, Australia. Dr. Buchele, now retired, was a professor, Department of Agriculture Engineering, Iowa State University, Ames, Iowa.