The Pomological Manual; or A treatise on Fruits: containing descriptions of a great number of the most valuable varieties for the orchard and garden.
PRINCE, WILLIAM ROBERT.
New York: Published b y T. & J. Swords…, 1831 First edition 1st edition. 2 vols. 8vo (22.4 x 13.7 cm). Modern buckram spine and blue paper boards. Collation: Part I - viii, [9] - 200; Part II - xvi, [9]- 216 p. Binding in very good condition. New endpapers with original endpapers retained. Internal condition is generally very good with minor edge browning. Original end papers have moderate foxing. Very Good Quarter buckram and paper boards (Item ID: 0000233)
$450.00
Scarce two-volume set of this major early treatise on fruit raised by Prince at his nursery. Excellent guide for American farmers and gardeners interested in raising fruit.