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An Account Of The Introduction Of Merino Sheep Into The Different States Of Europe, And At The Cape Of Good Hope (1810)

An Account Of The Introduction Of Merino Sheep Into The Different States Of Europe, And At The Cape Of Good Hope (1810)

Lasteyrie, Charles
Thompson, Benjamin

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Fiction AnthologiesEnvironmental StudiesGeneral Military History

ISBN10: 1120145716
ISBN13: 9781120145710
Publisher: Kessinger Pub Llc
Published: Sep 24 2009
Pages: 262
Weight: 0.78
Height: 0.55 Width: 6.00 Depth: 9.00
Language: English
An Account Of The Introduction Of Merino Sheep Into The Different States Of Europe, And At The Cape Of Good Hope is a historical non-fiction book written by Charles Lasteyrie in 1810. The book provides a detailed account of the introduction of Merino sheep into various European countries and the Cape of Good Hope. The author describes the history and characteristics of the Merino breed, and the efforts made by various individuals and organizations to import them into different regions.The book covers the period from the late 18th century to the early 19th century, when Merino sheep were highly sought after for their superior wool quality. Lasteyrie discusses the challenges faced by those who sought to import the sheep, including political and economic obstacles, as well as the difficulties of transporting and acclimatizing them to new environments.The book also provides insights into the impact of the Merino sheep on the wool industry in Europe and the Cape of Good Hope, and the role they played in the development of the textile industry. Lasteyrie's writing is informative and engaging, and his account is based on extensive research and personal observations.Overall, An Account Of The Introduction Of Merino Sheep Into The Different States Of Europe, And At The Cape Of Good Hope is a valuable historical document that sheds light on the fascinating history of the Merino sheep and its impact on the wool industry.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

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