HOWARD, SIR ALBERT - An Agricultural Testament

London: Oxford University Press, 1940. First Edition. Hardcover. ISBN: 0197111386. First edition of this landmark work in the history of organic agriculture. Intended to "draw attention to the destruction of the earth's capital - the soil; to indicates some of the consequences of this; and to suggest methods by which the lost fertility can be restored and maintained. This ambitious project is founded on the work and experience of forty years, mainly devoted to agricultural research in the West Indies, India, and Great Britain." - Preface. xv, [1], 253 pages. Index. Black and white graphs, diagrams, and photographic plates. Light foxing to endpapers. Unmarked with average wear to publisher's dark green cloth. Gilt lettering clearly legible upon backstrip. Dust jacket not included. A sound copy of this historic treatise which remains of vital importance to the future of human sustainability on this planet.; 8vo - over 7¾" - 9¾" tall; Organic Farming, Organic agriculture, Soil Health, Soil Science, Composting, Indore Process. Good .

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