George Washington: Farmer by Paul Leland Haworth
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Haworth, Paul Leland, 1876-1936
English
"George Washington: Farmer" by Paul Leland Haworth is a historical account written during the early 20th century. The book explores an often-overlooked aspect of George Washington's life as a farmer and landowner, detailing his agricultural pursuits and home life at Mount Vernon, as well as the challenges and innovations he faced in the realm of ag...
his thoughts on farming and cultivation through letters and reflections. Haworth describes Washington as a dedicated agriculturalist who emphasized the importance of responsible farming practices and the improvement of soil. In the opening chapters, readers are introduced to Washington's early life, his initial forays into farming, and his growing recognition of the need for sustainable practices, contrasting the Virginia agricultural practices of his time with those in England. The narrative hints at Washington's evolution from a military leader to a committed farmer, illustrating how his love for the soil shaped both his personal and public life. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Thomas Ramirez
6 months agoHaving read this twice, the diagrams and footnotes included in this version are very helpful. A solid resource I will return to often.
Sandra Harris
1 month agoI stumbled upon this by accident and it creates a vivid world that you simply do not want to leave. One of the best books I've read this year.
George Brown
4 months agoHaving read this twice, the atmosphere created by the descriptive language is totally immersive. It was exactly what I needed right now.
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Liam Lewis
5 months agoAfter looking for this everywhere, the emotional weight of the story is balanced perfectly with moments of levity. I learned so much from this.