On Naval Timber and Arboriculture by Patrick Matthew
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About this eBook
| Author | Matthew, Patrick, 1790-1874 |
|---|---|
| LoC No. | 12019285 |
| Title |
On Naval Timber and Arboriculture With Critical Notes on Authors who have Recently Treated the Subject of Planting |
| Note | Reading ease score: 41.9 (College-level). Difficult to read. |
| Credits |
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| Summary | "On Naval Timber and Arboriculture" by Patrick Matthew is a scientific publication written in the early 19th century. The book explores the important topic of naval timber, including its cultivation and the various British tree species suitable for shipbuilding. It offers critical reflections on recent literature regarding planting and arboriculture, aiming to provide insights and practical advice for those involved in forestry and naval shipbuilding. The opening of the text sets the stage with a preface that reflects the author's confidence in exploring the subject despite not having engaged with prior classic literature on planting. Matthew writes about the significance of timber for naval purposes and hints at the necessity of ensuring a proper supply of suitable wood for ship construction. He mentions the importance of species, variety, and the methods of cultivation, indicating that the work will cover the structure and preparation of timber, directions for cultivating particular species, and the broader implications for both naval and general forestry practices. The author establishes a firm foundation for the detailed examination of timber that continues throughout the work. (This is an automatically generated summary.) |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | SD: Agriculture: Forestry |
| Subject | Forests and forestry -- Great Britain |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 53678 |
| Release Date | Dec 6, 2016 |
| Most Recently Updated | Jun 25, 2020 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 138 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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