Apples

Roger Yepsen knows his apples. He should, as he is a seasoned orchardist as well as a talented writer and illustrator. Here he presents fascinating facts about 90 mainstay and unusual varieties of apples grown in the United States, from Red Delicious and Granny Smith to Knobbed Russet and Hubbardston Nonesuch. Each entry identifies the variety's harvest season, unique taste,and best uses, and Yepsen's beautiful and distinctive watercolors make identification a snap. This new edition has been updated with entries on Honeycrisp and other varieties that have becomes popular since the first publication of Apples in 1994. But this is not just a grower's catalog. Yepsen also includes a brief history of apples in North America, and recipes for pies, sauces, ciders, and more.

ISBN:	9781682680193
Publisher:	Countryman Press
Imprint:	The Countryman Press
Published date:	12 Sep 2017
DEWEY:	634.11
DEWEY edition:	23
Language:	English
Number of pages:	288
Weight:	500g
Height:	160mm
Width:	137mm
Spine width:	28mm

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