| Creator |
Vermont Maple Sugar Makers Association |
| Contributor |
Barnard, E. Wellman |
| Contributor |
Carleton, Will, 1845-1912 |
| Contributor |
Wiley, Harvey Washington, 1844-1930 |
| Contributor |
Winslow, Helen M. (Helen Maria), 1851-1938 |
| Title |
A history of Vermont's maple sugar industry
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| Original Publication |
Vermont: Vermont Maple Sugar Makers Association, 1912.
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| Note |
Reading ease score: 64.6 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read.
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| Credits |
Bob Taylor, Charlene Taylor and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at https://www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Internet Archive/American Libraries.)
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| Summary |
"A History of Vermont's Maple Sugar Industry," published by the Vermont Maple Sugar Makers’ Association in the early 20th century, serves as a historical account of the development of the maple sugar industry in Vermont. This publication likely comes from the early 1900s, a period characterized by significant industrial growth and developments in agricultural practices. The book delves into the origins of maple sugar production, starting from its use by Native Americans and tracing its evolution to contemporary practices, while also discussing the importance of maintaining high standards for pure maple sugar. The content of the book offers a comprehensive overview of the processes involved in sugar-making, including tapping methods, boiling techniques, and the equipment used. It highlights the historical significance of the maple sugar industry for local communities, including anecdotal accounts of "sugaring off" parties and the role of community and tradition in the production process. Furthermore, it addresses challenges such as competition from adulterated products, the importance of the Vermont Maple Sugar Makers’ Association in maintaining quality, and provides readers with tips on how to procure pure maple products. The intertwining of cultural, agricultural, and economic narratives makes this book an insightful resource for those interested in food history, agricultural practices, and the cultural heritage of Vermont. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Language |
English |
| LoC Class |
HD: Social sciences: Economic history and conditions, Production
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| LoC Class |
SB: Agriculture: Plant culture
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| Subject |
Arboriculture
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| Subject |
Maple sugar
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| Category |
Text |
| EBook-No. |
72529 |
| Release Date |
Dec 28, 2023 |
| Copyright Status |
Public domain in the USA. |
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