Antique copy of the 1883 Report of the United States Secretary of Agriculture, published in Washington DC. 496 pages including indexes. Tables and black and white photos are found throughout. Also includes a few color plates. Some plates fold out for larger illustrations and charts. Besides being an official government publication and report, it also includes articles on entomology, new fruits, health laws, butter, parasitic fungi, grasses for hay and pasture, and more.
Antique estate find, please see photos. In fair to good condition for age. Some wear to corners and edges, small tear along spine edge as shown. Some stains on cover. Binding in good condition. Pages are not yellow or brittle but occasional smudges or spots may be present. A unique vintage find providing a window into US agriculture from 140+ years ago!
