Barnes, Gerry
English Orchards: A Landscape History
- ISBN 13:
- 9781914427190
- author:
- Barnes, Gerry
- format:
- Paperback
- publisher:
- Oxbow Books
- language:
- Spanish
- Publication Year:
- 2022
- Pages:
- 224
- Dimensions:
- 1.6 x 18.5 x 18.5 centimetres (0
- Genre:
- Nonfiction, Social Sciences, Archaeology,
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 4 working days
Description
Old orchards have an irresistible appeal, with their ancient trees and obscure fruit varieties offering a direct link to the lost rural world of our ancestors. This book provides a comprehensive review of the development of orchards in England from the Middle Ages to the present day. The history of English orchards is complex, with different regions having distinct stories of fruit growing and traditional varieties emerging over time. The authors explore how these orchards have appeared and disappeared from the landscape, and their role in wildlife conservation. A chapter on researching orchards also provides a practical guide for those interested in investigating the history and archaeology of particular examples. By examining the development of English orchards, this book offers a nuanced understanding of the importance of these landscapes for sustaining biodiversity and our connection to the natural world.
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