Foundations of American Grape Culture

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Book discussing American grape species, the various adaptations of different grape varieties, and how to start and manage a vineyard.

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252 p. : ill., port. ; 27 cm.

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Munson, T. V. (Thomas Volney), 1843-1913 1909.

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  • Orange Judd & Company
    Publisher Info: Published by Orange Judd Company, New York.
    Place of Publication: New York

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Book discussing American grape species, the various adaptations of different grape varieties, and how to start and manage a vineyard.

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252 p. : ill., port. ; 27 cm.

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Handwritten on inside front cover: "To Emmette Foster Jan. 6, 1978. H Foster"

Handwritten on flyleaf: "Feb. 20 _ 1929 Returned."

Handwritten on title page in ink: "T. V. Munson: Born. Died 1913 Age 69."

Handwritten on title page in pencil: "$150.00 H. F. 4-16-63."

"By T. V. Munson, D. Sc. Vice-President American Pomological Society. Honorary Member American Wine Growers' Association. Honorary Member of the Société des Viticulteurs de France. Foreign Corresponding Member of the Société Nationale D'Agriculture de France. Chevalier du Mérite Agricole, in Legion of Honor. Practical Viticulturist and Nurseryman."

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Contents: Preface -- Chapter I. Botany of American Grapes -- Chapter II. Breeding of Varieties of Grapes -- Chapter III. Description of Varieties -- Chapter IV. Adaption of Varieties -- Chapter V. How to Start a Vineyard -- Chapter VI. Protecting the Vineyard from Insects and Fungi -- Chapter VII. Disposition of the Crop -- Chapter VIII. The Grapevine for Home Adornment, Shade, Fruit and Health -- List of Illustrations -- Synopsis of Chapters -- Index of Species and Varieties -- Index of Topics -- List of Tables

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  • Accession or Local Control No: GCF_03-056
  • OCLC: 1598477
  • Library of Congress Control Number: 09023513
  • Archival Resource Key: ark:/67531/metapth1353071

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T. V. Munson Collection

Thomas Volney Munson (September 26, 1853 - January 21, 1913), a renowned grape horticulturist is most well known for his contributions to the field of horticulture and rootstock development. His grape research and collection of native Texas rootstock were the impetus in saving the French wine industry. The French government bestowed on Munson, the Chevalier du Merite Agricole (The French Legion of Honor) for his contribution in saving the French wine industry.

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Munson, T. V. (Thomas Volney), 1843-1913. Foundations of American Grape Culture, book, 1909; New York. (https://texashistory.unt.edu/ark:/67531/metapth1353071/: accessed May 31, 2024), University of North Texas Libraries, The Portal to Texas History, https://texashistory.unt.edu; crediting Grayson College Foundation.

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