Portrait of L. H. (Liberty Hyde) Bailey

L. H. (Liberty Hyde) Bailey

Liberty Hyde Bailey was an American horticulturist and reformer of rural life. He was cofounder of the American Society for Horticultural Science. As an energetic reformer during the Progressive Era, he was instrumental in starting agricultural extension services, the 4-H movement, the nature study movement, parcel post and rural electrification. He was considered the father of rural sociology and rural journalism.

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The Apple-Tree The Open Country Books—No. 1

"The Apple-Tree" by L. H. Bailey is a horticultural text written in the early 20th century. The book explores the apple-tree in great detail, discussi...

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Manual of Gardening (Second Edition) A Practical Guide to the Making of Home Grounds and the Growing of Flowers, Fruits, and Vegetables for Home Use

"Manual of Gardening" by L. H. Bailey is a practical guide to gardening and landscaping, published in the early 20th century. The book aims to assist ...

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The Nursery-Book: A Complete Guide to the Multiplication and Pollination of Plants

"The Nursery-Book: A Complete Guide to the Multiplication and Pollination of Plants" by L. H. Bailey is a scientific publication written in the late 1...

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Beginners' botany

"Beginners' Botany" by L.H. Bailey is a scientific publication written in the early 20th century. The book serves as an introductory guide to the stud...

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The Country-Life Movement in the United States

"The Country-Life Movement in the United States" by L.H. Bailey is a historical account written in the early 20th century. The book explores the evolu...

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American grape training : $b An account of the leading forms now in use of training the American grapes

"American Grape Training" by L. H. Bailey is a scientific publication written in the late 19th century. This work offers a comprehensive examination o...

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The Holy Earth

"The Holy Earth" by L. H. Bailey is a philosophical work written in the early 20th century. The book explores humanity's relationship with the earth, ...

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