Isbn: 9781527807716 - the history and distribution of sorghum (classic reprint) (3 risultati)

PAP. Condizione: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

PAP. Condizione: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

Paperback. Condizione: New. Print on Demand. This book provides a detailed accounting of the history and geographic distribution of the various types of sorghum, a grain crop used for both human and animal consumption. The author explains that the wild species of sorghum originated in Africa and was domesticated in several regions of the world, leading to the development of distinct groups of cultivated varieties. The book examines these groups, describing their unique characteristics and discussing their cultivation, uses, and significance in different cultures. The author draws on historical records and botanical studies to trace the spread of sorghum from its origins to its present-day distribution, highlighting its importance as a staple food and forage crop in many parts of the world, particularly in Africa and Asia. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item.…