The Horse-Hoeing Husbandry (1829) - Jethro Tull - Bog

The Horse-Hoeing Husbandry is a book written by Jethro Tull in 1829. The book is a comprehensive guide to farming techniques and practices that were prevalent during the 18th century. Tull was a pioneer in the field of agriculture and his ideas revolutionized the way farming was done at the time.The book is divided into four parts, each of which covers a different aspect of farming. Part one discusses the importance of soil and how to improve its quality. Tull believed that soil was the most important factor in farming and that it needed to be properly managed in order to produce healthy crops.Part two focuses on the use of horses in farming. Tull was a strong advocate for using horses instead of oxen to plow fields. He believed that horses were faster and more efficient than oxen and that they could be trained to work in teams, which made them even more effective.Part three covers the use of various tools and equipment in farming. Tull believed that the right tools were essential for successful farming and he developed several new tools that were more efficient than those that were currently in use.Part four is a collection of essays that cover a wide range of topics related to farming. These essays include discussions on crop rotation, the use of manure, and the importance of proper irrigation.Overall, The Horse-Hoeing Husbandry is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of farming or who wants to learn more about traditional farming techniques. Tull's ideas and techniques are still relevant today and many of his tools and methods are still used by farmers around the world.This Is A New Release Of The Original 1829 Edition.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.