California Silk Grower's Manuel (1867)

The California Silk Grower's Manuel, written by Louis Prevost in 1867, is a comprehensive guide for farmers interested in growing silk in California. The book covers all aspects of silk production, from selecting the best mulberry trees for feeding silkworms to harvesting and processing the silk. Prevost provides detailed instructions for building and maintaining a silkworm house, including tips for controlling pests and disease. He also includes information on the different varieties of silkworms and their characteristics, as well as advice on breeding and raising healthy silkworms. In addition to practical advice, the California Silk Grower's Manuel also includes historical background on the silk industry and its importance to California's economy. This book is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of silk production or looking to start their own silk farm.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.