Philip keep reynolds (12 Ergebnisse)

Zustand: Fair. Acceptable condition. 4th revised edition. Paperback edition. (bananas) A readable, intact copy that may have noticeable tears and wear to the spine. All pages of text are present, but they may include extensive notes and highlighting or be heavily stained. Includes reading copy only books.…

Pamphlet. Staple-bound pamphlet. Gently edge worn and chipped to wrappers. This item is at our location in Eugene, Oregon. 28 pp.

Zustand: Fair. 1927. No Edition Remarks. 181 pages. No dust jacket. This is an ex-Library book. Brown cloth with gilt. Ex-Library copy, with expected inserts, stamps and inscriptions. Contains black and white photographic plates of banana related imagery. Pages are moderately tanned and occasionally foxed throughout. Plates are bright and clear. Cracking to hinges, no damage to end papers. Some occasional mild cracking to gutters throughout, binding remains reasonably firm. Boards have moderate edge-wear with bumping to corners and rubbing to surfaces. Mild crushing to spine ends, with fraying cloth and small splits. Gilt lettering is darkened. Book has a slight forward lean. Cloth has minor damp and dust stains.…

1937, Journals, Asia, Supplement to the Journal of the American Oriental Society, 28 p and 8 plates, good ex-library paperback.

Taschenbuch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware - 'The Banana: Its History, Cultivation and Place Among Staple Foods' is a comprehensive study of one of the world's most significant tropical fruits. Written by Philip Keep Reynolds, this work traces the journey of the fruit from its ancient origins to its massive commercial development in the Western Hemisphere. The text provides a detailed account of the banana's biological characteristics, the intricate processes involved in its large-scale cultivation, and the logistical challenges of transporting a highly perishable product to global markets.Beyond its agricultural focus, the book examines the banana's vital role as a staple food source for millions. Reynolds highlights the nutritional value and versatility of the fruit, positioning it as a cornerstone of international trade and diet. With sections dedicated to the development of the banana industry in Central America and the Caribbean, the work serves as an essential historical record of tropical agriculture and the emergence of modern food supply chains. Readers will find a wealth of information regarding soil requirements, harvesting techniques, and the socioeconomic impact of this essential commodity. This classic study remains a definitive resource for those interested in botany, agricultural history, and the global food economy.This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work was reproduced from the original artifact, and remains as true to the original work as possible. Therefore, you may see the original copyright references, library stamps (as most of these works have been housed in our most important libraries around the world), and other notations in the work.This work is in the public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.As a reproduction of a historical artifact, this work may contain missing or blurred pages, poor pictures, errant marks, etc. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.…

Taschenbuch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware - 'The Banana' provides a comprehensive and fascinating study of one of the world's most essential and popular fruits. Written by Philip Keep Reynolds, this work explores the botanical nature, history, and global commercial significance of the banana. The book offers an in-depth look at the development of the banana industry, tracing the journey of the fruit from its origins and early cultivation to its emergence as a major international commodity.The text details the complex agricultural practices required to manage vast tropical plantations, including the challenges of soil management, irrigation, and disease control. Beyond the science of cultivation, Reynolds examines the massive logistical feats involved in transporting such a perishable product across oceans to reach global markets. From the layout of specialized steamships to the infrastructure of ripening rooms, the work highlights the industrial ingenuity that transformed a tropical curiosity into a dietary staple.As an authoritative account of the fruit's impact on global trade and nutrition, 'The Banana' serves as a vital historical resource for those interested in the history of agriculture, commerce, and the development of the modern food system. It captures a pivotal era in the expansion of international fruit markets and remains a definitive guide to the botanical and economic life of this remarkable fruit.This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work was reproduced from the original artifact, and remains as true to the original work as possible. Therefore, you may see the original copyright references, library stamps (as most of these works have been housed in our most important libraries around the world), and other notations in the work.This work is in the public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.As a reproduction of a historical artifact, this work may contain missing or blurred pages, poor pictures, errant marks, etc. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.…

Buch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware - This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work was reproduced from the original artifact, and remains as true to the original work as possible. Therefore, you will see the original copyright references, library stamps (as most of these works have been housed in our most important libraries around the world), and other notations in the work. This work is in the public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.As a reproduction of a historical artifact, this work may contain missing or blurred pages, poor pictures, errant marks, etc. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.…

Gebunden. Zustand: New.

Buch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware - 'The Banana: Its History, Cultivation and Place Among Staple Foods' is a comprehensive study of one of the world's most significant tropical fruits. Written by Philip Keep Reynolds, this work traces the journey of the fruit from its ancient origins to its massive commercial development in the Western Hemisphere. The text provides a detailed account of the banana's biological characteristics, the intricate processes involved in its large-scale cultivation, and the logistical challenges of transporting a highly perishable product to global markets.Beyond its agricultural focus, the book examines the banana's vital role as a staple food source for millions. Reynolds highlights the nutritional value and versatility of the fruit, positioning it as a cornerstone of international trade and diet. With sections dedicated to the development of the banana industry in Central America and the Caribbean, the work serves as an essential historical record of tropical agriculture and the emergence of modern food supply chains. Readers will find a wealth of information regarding soil requirements, harvesting techniques, and the socioeconomic impact of this essential commodity. This classic study remains a definitive resource for those interested in botany, agricultural history, and the global food economy.This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work was reproduced from the original artifact, and remains as true to the original work as possible. Therefore, you may see the original copyright references, library stamps (as most of these works have been housed in our most important libraries around the world), and other notations in the work.This work is in the public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.As a reproduction of a historical artifact, this work may contain missing or blurred pages, poor pictures, errant marks, etc. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.…

Buch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware - 'The Banana' provides a comprehensive and fascinating study of one of the world's most essential and popular fruits. Written by Philip Keep Reynolds, this work explores the botanical nature, history, and global commercial significance of the banana. The book offers an in-depth look at the development of the banana industry, tracing the journey of the fruit from its origins and early cultivation to its emergence as a major international commodity.The text details the complex agricultural practices required to manage vast tropical plantations, including the challenges of soil management, irrigation, and disease control. Beyond the science of cultivation, Reynolds examines the massive logistical feats involved in transporting such a perishable product across oceans to reach global markets. From the layout of specialized steamships to the infrastructure of ripening rooms, the work highlights the industrial ingenuity that transformed a tropical curiosity into a dietary staple.As an authoritative account of the fruit's impact on global trade and nutrition, 'The Banana' serves as a vital historical resource for those interested in the history of agriculture, commerce, and the development of the modern food system. It captures a pivotal era in the expansion of international fruit markets and remains a definitive guide to the botanical and economic life of this remarkable fruit.This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work was reproduced from the original artifact, and remains as true to the original work as possible. Therefore, you may see the original copyright references, library stamps (as most of these works have been housed in our most important libraries around the world), and other notations in the work.This work is in the public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.As a reproduction of a historical artifact, this work may contain missing or blurred pages, poor pictures, errant marks, etc. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.…

Zustand: Very Good. First edition. Paperback. Octavo. v, 28pp + 8 plates. Original printed paperback. Light wear, faint foxing to last plate, otherwise very good.

Hardcover. Zustand: Good. 1st ed Houghton Mifflin 1927. Moderate external wear, foxing to textblock edges; pages have occasional foxing, minor blemishes; binding reasonably firm; owner name, bookplate (torn), and stamp.