The Locust Plague In The United States: Being More Particularly A Treatise On The Rocky Mountain Locust Or So-Called Grasshopper (1877) (Hardcover) (ISBN-13: 9781167278990)

The Locust Plague in the United States: Being More Particularly a Treatise on the Rocky Mountain Locust or So-Called Grasshopper is a book written by Charles Valentine Riley in 1877. The book provides a comprehensive account of the devastating locust plague that occurred in the United States during the 19th century. The focus of the book is on the Rocky Mountain Locust, also known as the grasshopper, which was responsible for the destruction of crops and vegetation across the country.The book begins by providing a detailed description of the Rocky Mountain Locust, including its physical characteristics, habitat, and behavior. It then goes on to describe the history of the locust plague in the United States, including its origins, spread, and impact on agriculture and the economy.The author also provides insights into the efforts made by scientists and farmers to control the locust population and limit the damage caused by the plague. This includes descriptions of various methods used, such as burning, poisoning, and mechanical devices.Overall, The Locust Plague in the United States: Being More Particularly a Treatise on the Rocky Mountain Locust or So-Called Grasshopper is a valuable historical document that provides a detailed account of one of the most significant ecological disasters in American history. It is a must-read for anyone interested in the history of agriculture, ecology, and environmental science.As It Occurs East Of The Rocky Mountains, With Practical Recommendations For Its Destruction.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: Charles Valentine Riley
ISBN-10: 1167278992
ISBN-13: 9781167278990
Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
Language: English
Published: 09/10/2010
Pages: 248
Format: Hardcover
Weight: 1.18lbs
Size: 9.00h x 6.00w x 0.69d