by Philippe Marchenay, Laurence Bérard · Gulf Stream Editeur · tapa blanda · ISBN 9782354880255
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«Des pommes» is the popular science book by Philippe Marchenay and Laurence Bérard, published by Gulf Stream Editeur in paperback (72 pages, in French).
A journey through the history and diversity of apples, from the first wild apple trees of the Neolithic to modern orchards and cultivation techniques. It explains the domestication of the apple tree, the wide variety of cultivars —including non-commercial ones—, their marketing and their role in nature and food.
Part of the 'Sauvegarde' collection, dedicated to inventorying animal breeds and plant species of Europe. It includes more than two hundred colour illustrations by Philippe Lhez and Élodie Dumoulin.
Aimed at young readers interested in nature, plants and agriculture.
