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The Biography of Potatoes

The Biography of Potatoes

Rodger, Ellen

Paperback

Series: How Did That Get Here?

General Juvenile NonfictionHistoryScience & Nature

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ISBN10: 0778725286
ISBN13: 9780778725282
Publisher: Crabtree Pub
Published: Mar 15 2007
Pages: 32
Weight: 0.38
Height: 0.12 Width: 8.02 Depth: 10.78
Language: English
The ancient Incas grew potatoes on terraced farms in the Andes Mountains around 200 B.C. Spanish conquistadors brought the potato from South America to Europe in the 1500s. Since then, the potato has helped keep peasants from starving during times of famine, fed armies, and is today the world's most popular vegetable. The Biography of Potatoes underlines the importance of this source of nutrition throughout human history. Topics include - What is a commodity? - the origins of the potato plant - the Irish potato famine and subsequent Irish immigration to North America - new varieties of potatoes and potato farming today - growing, harvesting and selling potatoes all over the world - products made from potatoes, including French Fries and potato chips - pests and diseases that threaten this essential crop Teacher's guide available.

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