The American Vine in America and in France. Practical Manual of American Viticulture in France (1882 Edition in French)

Rediscover a reference book on American viticulture in France in the 19th century.
Originally published in 1882, , The American Vine in America. The American Vine in France. Practical Manual of American Viticulture in France is a fundamental book signed Marguerite-Augusta-Marie Fitz-James, also known as the Duchess of Fitz-James.

In a context where the Phylloxera was ravaging the European vineyards., this manual offers a In-depth study of the American grape varieties, of their cultivation techniques, and their Adaptability to French terroirs. A true practical guide, it is intended for all enthusiasts of Viticulture, to the Professionals like at the curious about agricultural history.

A valuable heritage reissue
This edition is a faithful reproduction of a/an ancient book fell into the public domain, published by Hachette Book as part of a partnership with the National Library of France. All the books in this collection have been digitized by the BnF then made accessible via Gallica, the institution's digital library.

This initiative allows for preserve and transmit of the rare viticultural knowledge, while offering a optimal reading comfort. Whether you are wine historian, , Student, , Winegrower or simple heritage enthusiast, this book is a Essential tool for understanding the evolution of viticulture in France at the end of the 19th century.

A unique account of the spread of American vines in Europe
Through this text, the Duchess of Fitz-James delivers a valuable and committed analysis of the Agronomic choices of his time. It reveals the acclimatization methods, the observations on the resistance of American grape varieties, as well as some practical advice for their culture. This work is also part of a movement ofAgricultural adaptation faced with major health crises.

An essential book for winegrowing and heritage enthusiasts
The care taken in this reissue allows for Revive a forgotten chapter of wine history. Accessible, well-crafted, and faithful to the original, this volume allows a wide audience to reconnect with Historical knowledge, often inaccessible otherwise.

🟨 Article features

• Type of work : Book

• Title : The American Vine in America. The American Vine in France. Practical Manual of American Viticulture in France

• Author : Marguerite-Augusta-Marie Fitz-James

• Editor : Hachette BNF

• Collection : Knowledge and Traditions

• Publication date : August 1, 2013

• Language : French

• EAN13 : 9782013283953

• ISBN : 978-2-01-328395-3

• Number of pages : 158

• Format : Paperback

• Dimensions 23.4 x 15.6 cm

• Weight : 235 g