Letters On Modern Agriculture (1859)

Letters on Modern Agriculture is a book written by Justus von Liebig, a German chemist and professor, in 1859. The book is a collection of letters that Liebig wrote to a friend, discussing the state of agriculture in Europe at the time. Liebig was a pioneer in the field of agricultural chemistry, and he believed that modern agriculture needed to be based on scientific principles.The book covers a wide range of topics related to agriculture, including soil fertility, crop rotation, fertilizers, and animal husbandry. Liebig argues that the traditional methods of farming were outdated and inefficient, and that farmers needed to adopt new techniques based on scientific research. He also discusses the importance of using mineral fertilizers and the role of nitrogen in plant growth.Letters on Modern Agriculture was a groundbreaking book at the time, and it had a significant impact on the development of modern agriculture. Liebig's ideas helped to revolutionize farming practices, and his work paved the way for the development of modern agricultural science. The book is still considered a classic in the field of agricultural chemistry, and it is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of agriculture or the science of farming.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.