The New England Farmer; Volume 4

Book excerpt: Filled with practical advice on farming, gardening, and animal husbandry, The New England Farmer was the go-to guide for early American farmers. First published in 1822, this classic text provides detailed instructions on everything from planting fruit trees to raising cattle. Although some of the technology and techniques described may be outdated, this book is still a fascinating look at the challenges and rewards of rural life. This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work is in the "public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.