The Date Palm (1898) (Paperback) (ISBN-13: 9781167166891)

The Date Palm is a book written by James William Toumey and was originally published in 1898. The book is a comprehensive guide to the cultivation, care, and uses of date palms. It covers a wide range of topics, including the history of date palm cultivation, the different varieties of date palms, the ideal growing conditions for date palms, and the various diseases and pests that can affect date palms.The book is divided into several chapters, each focusing on a different aspect of date palm cultivation. The first chapter provides an overview of the history of date palm cultivation, tracing its origins back to ancient times in the Middle East. The second chapter discusses the different varieties of date palms and their characteristics, while the third chapter covers the ideal growing conditions for date palms, including soil type, water requirements, and temperature.The book also includes chapters on the propagation of date palms, the care and maintenance of date palms, and the harvesting and processing of dates. There are also sections on the different uses of dates, including as food, medicine, and fuel.Overall, The Date Palm is a comprehensive and informative guide to the cultivation and uses of date palms, written by an expert in the field. It is a valuable resource for anyone interested in growing and using date palms, whether for personal or commercial purposes.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.

Author: James William Toumey
ISBN-10: 1167166892
ISBN-13: 9781167166891
Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
Language: English
Published: 09/10/2010
Pages: 56
Format: Paperback
Weight: 0.19lbs
Size: 9.00h x 6.00w x 0.12d