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..". He who makes his choice from these selections will not meet with much disappointment. I am aware, however, that the enjoyment of fruit depends much upon the taste of the individual; and who has a better right to gratify his taste than the man who buys, sets out, and cares... Read Full Overview

Edward Payson Roe (March 7, 1838 - July 19, 1888) was an American novelist, Presbyterian minister, horticulturist and historian. His novels were very popular in their day, especially with middle class readers in England and America, and were translated into several European languages... Read Full Overview

The Home Acre is a book written by E. P. Roe. The book is a guide on how to manage a small farm or homestead. It covers a wide range of topics such as soil preparation, crop rotation, animal husbandry, and farm management. The author provides practical advice and tips for anyone... Read Full Overview

"The Home Acre" from Edward Payson Roe. American novelist (1838-1888).

The Home Acre, first published in 1886, is equal parts guide to crop management and horticultural journey into the past. Edward P. Roe sets out to instruct readers on how to maximize the land at their disposal, whether grasslands or wooded areas, with a unique period writing... Read Full Overview

The Home Acre is a book written by E. P. Roe that provides detailed information on how to create a beautiful and productive home garden. The book covers a wide range of topics, including soil preparation, plant selection, cultivation techniques, and pest control. It also includes... Read Full Overview

Land hunger is so general that it may be regarded as a natural craving. Artificial modes of life, it is true, can destroy it, but it is apt to reassert itself in later generations. To tens of thousands of bread-winners in cities a country home is the dream of the future, the... Read Full Overview

"... He who makes his choice from these selections will not meet with much disappointment. I am aware, however, that the enjoyment of fruit depends much upon the taste of the individual; and who has a better right to gratify his taste than the man who buys, sets out, and cares... Read Full Overview

This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the original. Due to its age, it may contain imperfections such as marks, notations, marginalia and flawed pages. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for... Read Full Overview