Contribution à l'étude de la reconstitution des vignobles. Porte-greffes et producteurs directs (French edition)

Book: Contribution to the Study of Vineyard Reconstruction. Rootstocks and Direct Producers (French Edition) - Jean Burnat

Delve into a historically significant work for French viticulture with "Contribution to the Study of Vineyard Reconstruction. Rootstocks and Direct Producers" by Jean Burnat. This French edition, reissued by Hachette BNF, is a masterpiece for all enthusiasts of oenology and vineyard history.

A Historical Work

Originally published between 1910 and 1913, this book is set in a pivotal period of French viticulture, marked by the fight against phylloxera and efforts to reconstruct destroyed vineyards. Jean Burnat precisely outlines the methods of rootstocks and techniques of direct producers, thereby contributing to a better understanding of the viticultural practices of the time.

A Heritage Edition

This book is part of the Hachette BNF catalog, the result of a collaboration between Hachette Livre and the Bibliothèque nationale de France (BNF). This initiative aims to preserve and make accessible rare and sometimes unavailable works. Each work, digitized by the BNF and printed on demand by Hachette Livre, is a testament to the thought and practices of its time.

Scientific and Historical Interest

Although some content may reflect now-obsolete or condemnable opinions, this work remains a crucial historical document for understanding the evolution of ideas and techniques in viticulture in France. Jean Burnat addresses essential topics such as the choice of suitable rootstocks and the cultivation methods of direct producers.

Book Features

• Format: Paperback
• EAN13: 9782011268730
• ISBN: 978-2-01-126873-0
• Publisher: Hachette BNF
• Publication Date: August 2016
• Collection: Knowledge and Traditions
• Number of Pages: 260
• Dimensions: 23.4 x 15.6 cm
• Weight: 370 g
• Language: French

This book is an indispensable resource for researchers, historians, and wine enthusiasts, eager to delve into the history of the reconstruction of French vineyards. It offers a detailed perspective on the viticultural techniques of the time, particularly regarding the rootstocks and direct producers, key elements in the renaissance of vineyards after the phylloxera crisis.

Hachette BNF is committed, through this collection, to preserving literary heritage and providing today's readers with access to historical works, enabling them to understand the challenges faced by French vineyards at the beginning of the 20th century.