The Peaches of New York
The Peaches of New York

Author: U. P. Hedrick

Publisher: Good Press

Published: 2023-10-26

Total Pages: 723

ISBN-13:

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U. P. Hedrick's 'The Peaches of New York' is a comprehensive and detailed study of peaches in this region, covering their cultivation, varieties, history, and significance in the state of New York. Through meticulous research and descriptive writing, Hedrick provides a thorough examination of the peach industry, making this book a valuable resource for horticulturists, historians, and fruit enthusiasts alike. Written in a scholarly and authoritative style, the book reflects Hedrick's expertise in pomology and his passion for preserving agricultural knowledge. His precise descriptions and in-depth analysis showcase the literary quality of the work, which remains a seminal text in the study of peaches and fruit cultivation in general. With its wealth of information and insightful commentary, 'The Peaches of New York' stands as a testament to Hedrick's dedication to documenting and celebrating the botanical and cultural significance of peaches in New York. This book is highly recommended for anyone interested in agriculture, botany, or regional history.

The Georgia Peach
The Georgia Peach

Author: Thomas Okie

Publisher: Cambridge University Press

Published: 2016-11-22

Total Pages: 321

ISBN-13: 1107071720

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This book explores the significance of the peach as a cultural icon and viable commodity in the American South.

The Georgia Peach
The Georgia Peach

Author: William Thomas Okie

Publisher: Cambridge University Press

Published: 2016-11-22

Total Pages: 321

ISBN-13: 1316817709

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Imprinted on license plates, plastered on billboards, stamped on the tail side of the state quarter, and inscribed on the state map, the peach is easily Georgia's most visible symbol. Yet Prunus persica itself is surprisingly rare in Georgia, and it has never been central to the southern agricultural economy. Why, then, have southerners - and Georgians in particular - clung to the fruit? The Georgia Peach: Culture, Agriculture, and Environment in the American South shows that the peach emerged as a viable commodity at a moment when the South was desperate for a reputation makeover. This agricultural success made the fruit an enduring cultural icon despite the increasing difficulties of growing it. A delectable contribution to the renaissance in food writing, The Georgia Peach will be of great interest to connoisseurs of food, southern, environmental, rural, and agricultural history.