Hanks, David

Down by the Feed Mill: The Past and Present of America's Feed Mills and Grain Elevators

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ISBN 13:: 9780764352935
author:: Hanks, David
format:: HardBack
publisher:: Schiffer Publishing, Ltd.
language:: English
Publication Year:: 2019
Pages:: 208
Dimensions:: 8.90(w) x 11.20(h) x 1.10(d)
Genre:: History Textbook
Condition:: New
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Down by the Feed Mill: A Visual Record of America's Feed Mills and Grain Elevators This book presents a unique visual record of feed mills and grain elevators in America, showcasing over 300 photographs that highlight their importance to townspeople, economies, and heritage. The collection includes both contemporary and vintage images, offering a fascinating glimpse into the changing role of these institutions over the past 150 years. The book's text provides a detailed explanation of what feed mills and grain elevators do, how they work, and their significance in the American agricultural economy. By focusing on three mills in depth, the author explores the technological and economic conditions that shaped these businesses, often with significant consequences. Through its evocative images and informative text, Down by the Feed Mill provides a valuable insight into the history and significance of these often-overlooked structures, which played a crucial role in the daily lives of American farmers and communities.

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