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

Morgan, Joan; Richards, Alison

ISBN 10: 0091883989 / ISBN 13: 9780091883980

Published by Ebury Press, 2002

About this Item

A lovely clean and unmarked copy. Near mint with a hint of edgewear to the jacket.

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Bibliographic Details

• Title: The New Book of Apples: The Definitive Guide to Over 2,000 Varieties
• Publisher: Ebury Press
• Publication Date: 2002
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 0091883989
• ISBN 13: 9780091883980
• Binding: Hardcover
• Illustrator: Dowle, Elisabeth
• Edition: 2nd Edition
• Condition: Near Fine
• Dimensions: 2.5W x 20.3H x 25.7D centimeters 2.5 centimeters width by 20.3 centimeters height by 25.7 centimeters depth
• Weight: 1267 grams

About this title

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.

From the Back Cover

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