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The book explores the evolution of soil science in the USA from 1860 to 1960, highlighting the contributions of key figures and their correspondence that shaped the field. It intertwines the lives of Emil Truog and Charles Kellogg, two farm boys from the Midwest, who bonded over their shared passion for soil. Their pioneering efforts emphasized the importance of understanding soil for agricultural improvement, reflecting the broader geographical and historical context of soil science in America.
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Soil Science Americana, Alfred E. Hartemink
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- Released
- 2021
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- Title
- Soil Science Americana
- Subtitle
- Chronicles and Progressions 1860 1960
- Language
- English
- Authors
- Alfred E. Hartemink
- Publisher
- Springer, Berlin
- Released
- 2021
- Format
- Hardcover
- Pages
- 623
- ISBN13
- 9783030711344
- Category
- Social sciences, Geography / Topography
- Description
- The book explores the evolution of soil science in the USA from 1860 to 1960, highlighting the contributions of key figures and their correspondence that shaped the field. It intertwines the lives of Emil Truog and Charles Kellogg, two farm boys from the Midwest, who bonded over their shared passion for soil. Their pioneering efforts emphasized the importance of understanding soil for agricultural improvement, reflecting the broader geographical and historical context of soil science in America.