9781334674266 - Some Injurious Insects of Maryland (Classic Reprint) de Riley, C. V. (3 resultados)

PAP. Condición: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

PAP. Condición: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

Paperback. Condición: New. Print on Demand. This book, collated by C.V. Riley, is an informative guide to Maryland's agricultural insect pests. First published in 1893, this collection of bulletins provides a unique insight into the insect pest landscape of late 19th-century Maryland. The author provides comprehensive information on the life cycles, behaviors, and characteristics of various insects, including the Codling moth, the Harlequin cabbage bug, and the formidable Apple tree borers. Riley details the potential damage caused by these insects, and explores methods for their prevention and control. He emphasizes the use of arsenical sprays and organic pest control methods that were available at the time. This book is particularly valuable for its detailed studies of insects that affect staple crops in Maryland, offering a historical perspective on the agricultural challenges faced by farmers in the region. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item.