The Study Of Breeds In America: Cattle, Sheep And Swine (1900) (Hardcover) (ISBN-13: 9781436613842)

The Study of Breeds in America: Cattle, Sheep and Swine is a comprehensive book written by Thomas Shaw in 1900. The book is a detailed study of the different breeds of livestock found in America, including cattle, sheep, and swine. Shaw provides an in-depth analysis of each breed, including their history, physical characteristics, and breeding habits. He also discusses the economic importance of each breed and their potential for meat and dairy production. The book is divided into three sections, each dedicated to a specific type of livestock. In the section on cattle, Shaw discusses various breeds such as the Durham, Hereford, and Shorthorn. He provides information on their origins, breeding characteristics, and their suitability for different types of farming. The section on sheep covers breeds such as the Merino, Cotswold, and Southdown. Shaw discusses their wool production, meat quality, and breeding habits. The final section on swine covers breeds such as the Berkshire, Poland China, and Chester White. Shaw provides information on their meat quality, breeding habits, and suitability for different types of farming. Overall, The Study of Breeds in America: Cattle, Sheep and Swine is a valuable resource for anyone interested in livestock farming, breeding, or animal husbandry. It provides a wealth of information on the different breeds of livestock found in America and their potential for economic success.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: Thomas Shaw
ISBN-10: 1436613841
ISBN-13: 9781436613842
Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
Language: English
Published: 06/02/2008
Pages: 392
Format: Hardcover
Weight: 1.64lbs
Size: 9.00h x 6.00w x 1.00d