Thomas Jefferson's Garden Book 1766-1824: With Relevant Extracts From His Other Writings

Thomas Jefferson's Garden Book 1766-1824: With Relevant Extracts From His Other Writings is a comprehensive book by Edwin Morris Betts that documents the gardening practices and philosophies of one of America's most influential figures, Thomas Jefferson. The book is based on Jefferson's personal garden book, which he kept for over 60 years, and includes relevant extracts from his other writings. The book is divided into three parts, the first of which provides an introduction to Jefferson's life and his passion for gardening. The second part is a transcription of Jefferson's garden book, which includes detailed information on the plants he grew, the layout of his garden, and his experiments with different gardening techniques. The third part of the book contains relevant extracts from Jefferson's other writings, including letters, speeches, and essays, which provide further insight into his views on gardening and agriculture.Throughout the book, Betts provides commentary and analysis on Jefferson's gardening practices and philosophies, highlighting his innovative approaches to horticulture and his deep commitment to sustainability and self-sufficiency. The book also includes illustrations and photographs of Jefferson's garden and the plants he grew, as well as a glossary of botanical terms.Overall, Thomas Jefferson's Garden Book 1766-1824: With Relevant Extracts From His Other Writings is a fascinating and informative read for anyone interested in gardening, history, or the life and legacy of Thomas Jefferson.Jefferson's Detailed Entries Are A Testament To His Powers Of Observation And Love Of Gardening.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.