Description
This book is about potato varieties in the UK in the early 20th century and how they are controlled by environmental and genetic factors. There are several plates illustrating different aspects of potato varieties, such as leaves and flowers.
Originally published in 1926, this book describes the varieties of potato prevalent in the UK in the early twentieth century. Salaman also examines the environmental and genetic forces 'which control the production of these varieties, their behaviour and their ultimate destiny'. Several plates illustrating points of variety, such as leaves and flowers, are also provided. This book will be of value to anyone with an interest in the history of the potato in the UK.
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