Two Men Went to Mow
Two Men Went to Mow

Author: Clive Gravett

Publisher: Unicorn

Published: 2018

Total Pages: 0

ISBN-13: 9781911604471

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A story of two excessive men, born 157 years apart, both obsessed with the lawn mower. EdwinBeard Budding 1796-1846 its ingenious inventor & Clive Gravett the author, whose passion forthe lawn mower & indeed its inventor has led to a Museum & Charity both dedicated to his hero,not to mention his vast collection of mowers spanning 150 years. This book tells the story of this world changing piece of machinery which has impacted on allof our lives, in particular the many turf based sports, would Cristiano Ronaldo be earning hismillions if we were still using the scythe to cut grass? We are taken on extraordinary & informative journey as the mower developed, linking in withsocial history and indeed many famous and sometimes infamous people Osama Bin Laden forinstance!

The Lawn
The Lawn

Author: Virginia Jenkins

Publisher: Smithsonian Institution

Published: 2015-05-26

Total Pages: 273

ISBN-13: 1588345165

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Lawns now blanket thirty million acres of the United States, but until the late nineteenth century few Americans had any desire for a front lawn, much less access to seeds for growing one. In her comprehensive history of this uniquely American obsession, Virginia Scott Jenkins traces the origin of the front lawn aesthetic, the development of the lawn-care industry, its environmental impact, and modern as well as historic alternatives to lawn mania.

Hand, Horse, and Motor
Hand, Horse, and Motor

Author: James B. Ricci

Publisher: Office the Common Books

Published: 2016-03-15

Total Pages: 266

ISBN-13: 9781937146948

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Growing up on a twenty-ἀve acre farm in Amherst, Massachusetts, in the 1950s, author James B. Ricci had his eye on the Locke Power Lawn Mower; it was a familiar sight in the Northeast back then, with its dark- green body and yellow pinstripes. In 1992, Jim bought his own Locke and became interested in penning a booklet about the power lawn mowers made by The Locke Steel Chain Company of Bridgeport, Connecticut. His topic naturally expanded, exponentially. Many years and much research later, this book on the development of the lawn mower in the United States--from the mid-nineteenth century to the start of World War II--is the result of his efforts. It features nearly 200 individuals or corporations that manufactured lawn mowers in this country and offers a snapshot on the patents, products, and historical contributions each brought to the industry. It also offers interesting anecdotes, photographs, and ephemera from the author's extensive collection.

The American Lawn
The American Lawn

Author: Georges Teyssot

Publisher: Princeton Architectural Press

Published: 1999

Total Pages: 242

ISBN-13: 9781568981604

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The site of political demonstrations, sporting events, and barbecues, and the object of loving, if not obsessive, care and attention, the lawn is also symbolically tied to our notions of community and civic responsibility, serving in the process as one of the foundations of democracy.

Sakuteiki
Sakuteiki

Author: Jiro Takei

Publisher: Tuttle Publishing

Published: 2011-04-11

Total Pages: 234

ISBN-13: 1462900127

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Learn the art of Japanese gardening with this classic, fascinating text. The Sakuteiki, or "Records of Garden Making," was written nearly one thousand years ago. It is the oldest existing text on Japanese gardening--or any kind of gardening--in the world. In this edition of the Sakuteiki, the authors provide an English-language translation of this classic work and an introduction to the cultural and historical context that led to the development of Japanese gardening. Central to this explanation is an understanding of the sacred importance of stones in Japanese culture and Japanese garden design. Written by a Japanese court noble during the Heian period (794-1184), the Sakuteiki includes both technical advice on gardening--much of which is still followed in today's Japanese gardens--and an examination of the four central threads of allegorical meaning, which were integral features of Heian-era garden design. For those seeking inspiration to build a rock garden or just better understand the Japanese stone garden, the Sakuteiki is an enduring classic.

From Technician to CEO
From Technician to CEO

Author: By Daniel S Gordon Cpa

Publisher: North Coast Media LLC

Published: 2014-07-30

Total Pages: 134

ISBN-13: 9780985858926

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This book is about the journey of Peter Hall, a second-generation pest control operator (PCO) and lawn care professional (LCP) who grew up amid his family business, went off to college to earn a business degree and returned home to work in, and eventually take over, the family business. While growing up, he watched his father work diligently to make a modest living for his family. While attending business school, Peter studied several facets of business, including management, accounting, finance, marketing and operations. His professors used the case method to teach, using successful high-growth, highly profitable companies as subjects. After learning about the strategies employed to expand these model companies, Peter believed he was in a position to move his family's pest and lawn business on a high-growth trajectory. But what tools would he need to make this happen? Do the lessons he learned in the classroom translate to a realistic strategy that can be used to grow a company that will dominate the market, creating above-average income and providing long-term wealth for his family?

American Green: The Obsessive Quest for the Perfect Lawn
American Green: The Obsessive Quest for the Perfect Lawn

Author: Ted Steinberg

Publisher: W. W. Norton & Company

Published: 2006-03-17

Total Pages: 232

ISBN-13: 0393866998

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“Ted Steinberg proves once again that he is a master storyteller as well as our foremost environmental historian.”—Mike Davis The rise of the perfect lawn represents one of the most profound transformations in the history of the American landscape. American Green, Ted Steinberg's witty exposé of this bizarre phenomenon, traces the history of the lawn from its explosion in the postwar suburban community of Levittown to the present love affair with turf colorants, leaf blowers, and riding mowers.

Lawn Mowing Evolution
Lawn Mowing Evolution

Author: Brickshub Publishing

Publisher: Independently Published

Published: 2018-12-22

Total Pages: 122

ISBN-13: 9781792105302

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This is a lined ruled journal that makes a perfect gift for gardeners and family members, who love to trim the grass in spring and have a good sense of humor. The features of this notebook include: 120 pages of lined paper and the dimensions are 6x9 inches Thick binding to keep it sturdy when you carry it along everywhere Durable white paper Sleek, matte-finished cover for an elegant professional look This cool diary also comes in a convenient and perfect size to carry along anywhere for journaling, writing, taking notes and recording your ideas. Best for casual writing for teens

Building a Healthy Lawn
Building a Healthy Lawn

Author: Stuart Franklin

Publisher: Storey Publishing

Published: 1988

Total Pages: 188

ISBN-13:

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Included are chapters on mowing, watering, fertilizing, soil building, equipment selection, seeding, weed control, diseases and insects, ground covers, and mulches.

Garden and Forest
Garden and Forest

Author: Charles Sprague Sargent

Publisher:

Published: 1894

Total Pages: 548

ISBN-13:

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A journal of horticulture, landscape art, and forestry.