Lost Crops Of The Incas: Little-Known Plants of the Andes With Promise for Worldwide Cultivation
Condition: SECONDHAND
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Author: Report of an Ad Hoc Panel of the Advisory Committee on Technology Innovation; Board on Science & Technology for International Development; National Research Council
Binding: Softback
Published: National Academies Press, 1989
Condition remarks:
Book: Fair
Jacket: No dust jacket
Pages: Aging or marking
Markings: Previous owner
This book delves into the rich agricultural heritage of the Inca civilization, spotlighting the diverse and often overlooked crops that sustained their society. It explores the cultivation techniques, nutritional value, and cultural significance of these 'lost' crops, offering insights into the ingenuity and resourcefulness of the Inca people. The book also touches on the potential for these crops to contribute to modern food security and biodiversity efforts, highlighting their relevance in contemporary contexts. It serves as a valuable resource for those interested in ethnobotany, agricultural history, and the legacy of indigenous cultures.
Author: Report of an Ad Hoc Panel of the Advisory Committee on Technology Innovation; Board on Science & Technology for International Development; National Research Council
Binding: Softback
Published: National Academies Press, 1989
Condition remarks:
Book: Fair
Jacket: No dust jacket
Pages: Aging or marking
Markings: Previous owner
This book delves into the rich agricultural heritage of the Inca civilization, spotlighting the diverse and often overlooked crops that sustained their society. It explores the cultivation techniques, nutritional value, and cultural significance of these 'lost' crops, offering insights into the ingenuity and resourcefulness of the Inca people. The book also touches on the potential for these crops to contribute to modern food security and biodiversity efforts, highlighting their relevance in contemporary contexts. It serves as a valuable resource for those interested in ethnobotany, agricultural history, and the legacy of indigenous cultures.