Italian Irrigation: A Report on the Agricultural Canals of Piedmont and Lombardy

by Richard Baird Smith

Book Overview

Richard Baird Smith's report on the irrigation systems of northern Italy is a fascinating study of one of the most advanced and innovative agricultural practices of the time. He explores the history, technology, and economics of these canals, and offers insights into the environmental and social impacts of this irrigation system. This book is an essential read for anyone interested in the history of agriculture and the environment.

This work...

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1022076213
• ISBN13: 9781022076211
• Release Date: July 2023
• Publisher: Legare Street Press
• Length: 396 Pages
• Weight: 1.22 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.8" x 6.1" x 9.2"