Published by Arno Press, 1975
ISBN 10: 040507574X ISBN 13: 9780405075742
Seller: School Haus Books, Saginaw, MI, U.S.A.
Hardcover. Condition: Good. No Jacket. 1975 hardcover published without jacket/ex-library with usual markings/clean & unmarked text. 435 p.
Published by Forgotten Books, 2018
ISBN 10: 0265044235 ISBN 13: 9780265044230
Seller: Forgotten Books, London, United Kingdom
Paperback. Condition: New. Print on Demand. This book offers a comprehensive and detailed look at the evolution of American agriculture from the late nineteenth century to the mid-twentieth century. The author examines the changing nature of farming, from its traditional role as a way of life to its increasing specialization and integration into the broader industrial economy. The book delves into the growth of farm output, exploring trends and fluctuations in individual commodity groups like grains, livestock, and dairy products. It further analyzes the impact of technological advancements, such as the introduction of tractors and other farm machinery, on agricultural employment and productivity. Ultimately, the author aims to reveal the complex interplay of economic forces, technological innovation, and changing consumer preferences that shaped the face of American agriculture during this crucial period. Forgotten Books publishes hundreds of thousands of rare and classic books. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work. Forgotten Books uses state-of-the-art technology to digitally reconstruct the work, preserving the original format whilst repairing imperfections present in the aged copy. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in our edition. We do, however, repair the vast majority of imperfections successfully; any imperfections that remain are intentionally left to preserve the state of such historical works. The digital edition of all books may be viewed on our website before purchase. print-on-demand item.