Smith Harry Armitage (4 results)

Paperback. Condition: New. Print on Demand. This book illuminates the evolution of biological pest control against mealybugs in citrus groves during the early 20th century. As pests resistant to fumigation and spraying ravaged California citrus, entomologists turned to natural predators for a solution. The author details the introduction and propagation of ladybird beetles, parasitic wasps, and other beneficial insects, focusing on the highly effective Cryptolaemus montrousieri. The book not only provides a historical account of this groundbreaking approach but also highlights the challenges and advancements in mass-producing and distributing these natural enemies. Through meticulous research and engaging prose, the author demonstrates the profound impact of biological control on citrus farming and pest management practices, underscoring the significance of ecological balance and sustainable solutions in agriculture. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item.

HARDCOVER. Condition: New. 1st Edition. Large 4to. in colour printed glossy boards (as issued), 64pp on thick art paper, colour plates, etc. 22 items of very fine gilded English furniture and knick knackery . [CONDITION: NEW unmarked copy ] . __To see more of our books on Furniture, Woodwork, Woodcraft and related subjects, type DbbFURN in the Keywords search box . . We always ship in STRONG PROTECTIVE CARD PARCELS.

HARDCOVER. Condition: New. 1st Edition. Large 4to. in colour printed glossy boards (as issued), 64pp on thick art paper, colour plates, etc. 22 items of very fine gilded English furniture and knick knackery . [CONDITION: NEW unmarked copy ] . __To see more of our books on Furniture, Woodwork, Woodcraft and related subjects, type DbbFURN in the Keywords search box . . We always ship in STRONG PROTECTIVE CARD PARCELS.

LeatherBound. Condition: New. BOOKS ARE EXEMPT FROM IMPORT DUTIES AND TARIFFS; NO EXTRA CHARGES APPLY. LeatherBound edition. Condition: New. Reprinted from 1931 edition. Leather Binding on Spine and Corners with Golden leaf printing on spine. Bound in genuine leather with Satin ribbon page markers and Spine with raised gilt bands. A perfect gift for your loved ones. Pages: 78 NO changes have been made to the original text. This is NOT a retyped or an ocr'd reprint. Illustrations, Index, if any, are included in black and white. Each page is checked manually before printing. As this print on demand book is reprinted from a very old book, there could be some missing or flawed pages, but we always try to make the book as complete as possible. Fold-outs, if any, are not part of the book. If the original book was published in multiple volumes then this reprint is of only one volume, not the whole set. Sewing binding for longer life, where the book block is actually sewn (smythe sewn/section sewn) with thread before binding which results in a more durable type of binding. Pages: 78 Volume 09 Smith, Harry S. (Harry Scott), 1883-1957,Armitage, H. M. (Horace Morton), 1890-1980.