This fascinating history of orchards and in the English landscape is essential reading for pomologists and social historians alike.
Tag: social history
Book Notes: The Original Warden Pear, by Margaret Roberts
This in-depth study of ‘warden’ cooking pears tells the fascinating story of a historical orchard staple.
Book Notes: Apple, by Marcia Reiss
A review of Marcia Reiss’ social history of the apple, as told from a US-based perspective.
Book Notes: The Apple Orchard, by Pete Brown
A review of Pete Brown’s new book on the social history and vital importance for the future of English orchards.