All About Sweet Peas, W. Atlee Burpee & Co., 1892, RARE first edition for Sale

All About Sweet Peas, W. Atlee Burpee & Co., 1892, RARE first edition For Sale

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All About Sweet Peas, W. Atlee Burpee & Co., 1892, RARE first edition:
$90.99

Offered here is a vintageHorticulture: Vegetable Gardening book" "All About Sweet Peas", W. Atlee Burpee & Co., Philadelphia, 1892. Philadelphia: W. Atlee Burpee & Co., 1892. by Rev. W.T. Hutchins, First edition. 24 pp., illustrated in Black and White. Approximately 5 7/8" X 4 1/2". Original pictorial stapled paper wraps. Light damp stains as seen - throughout, edge wear, some separation of the covers at the top and bottom along the spine, RARE.The first known book devoted to sweet peas in the United States, located by OCLC in just 5 copies this is number 6. Published by Burpee, the author, of course, promotes the company but also provides instructions on proper cultivation. The Horthistoria website describes the Reverend Hutchins as an avid gardener who kept a beautiful garden in Indian Orchard who, when he found sweet peas, "was enchanted for life." The only one currently on the internet is listed for $150.00.Shipped between stiff cardboard and with delivery confirmation.