The Origin Of Indian Corn And Its Relatives (Paperback) (ISBN-13: 9781163139646)

The Origin Of Indian Corn And Its Relatives is a comprehensive book written by P.C. Mangelsdorf that delves into the history, evolution, and cultivation of maize (Indian corn) and its related species. The book provides a detailed account of the genetic makeup, morphology, and distribution of maize and its wild relatives, including teosinte, the closest wild relative of maize. The author explores the origins of maize and how it was domesticated by indigenous people in Mesoamerica thousands of years ago. The book also covers the spread of maize cultivation throughout the Americas and its eventual introduction to the rest of the world. The Origin Of Indian Corn And Its Relatives is a valuable resource for botanists, geneticists, and anyone interested in the history of agriculture and the evolution of plant species. The book is written in an accessible style and includes numerous illustrations, maps, and diagrams to aid in understanding the complex genetic and evolutionary processes involved in the development of maize and its relatives.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: P. C. Mangelsdorf, R. G. Reeves
ISBN-10: 1163139645
ISBN-13: 9781163139646
Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
Language: English
Published: 09/10/2010
Pages: 320
Format: Paperback
Weight: 0.95lbs
Size: 9.00h x 6.00w x 0.67d