California Silk Grower's Manual (1867)

The California Silk Grower's Manual, written by Louis Prevost and originally published in 1867, is a comprehensive guide to the cultivation and production of silk in California during the mid-19th century. The book covers a wide range of topics related to silk production, including the history of silk cultivation, the different varieties of silk-producing insects, the best methods for raising silk worms, and the various stages of silk production, from cocoon harvesting to silk spinning.The manual also includes detailed instructions on the construction and maintenance of silk houses, where silk worms are raised, as well as advice on selecting the best mulberry trees for feeding the insects. Additionally, the book provides information on the economics of silk production, including the costs and profits associated with raising silk worms and the best markets for selling silk products.Overall, the California Silk Grower's Manual is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of silk production in California and the United States, as well as for current or aspiring silk growers looking for practical advice on how to successfully cultivate silk worms and produce high-quality silk products.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.