The History and Social Influence of the Potato by Redcliffe N. Salaman

The History and Social Influence of the Potato by Redcliffe N. Salaman (Cambridge University Press / 1949)

Perhaps the definitive text on the social history of a food staple that we now take for granted and which features a chapter on 'Industrial Uses' by W. G. Burton.

First edition hardback in good+ condition. Clean unmarked pages which are free from underlining and complete with photographic plates and pull-out charts and maps. No dustjacket but only very minor marking to green clothbound boards on lower back cover. Sunning (sun-bleaching) to spine and exterior edge of top front and back cover boards. Photos available upon request. Dispatched from UK within three days.

Pages: 686