*Sale* The Book of Pears: The Definitive History and Guide to Over 500 Varieties (Joan Morgan)

Although apples may have won the battle for modern-day supermarket shelf space, the pear has usually ranked even higher in the hearts of fruit enthusiasts and connoisseurs throughout history. The pear at its finest can be exceptional in terms of its luscious texture, the richness of taste, and fragrances reminiscent of rose water, musk, and vanilla.
 
The Book of Pears is a one-of-a-kind guide to this extraordinary fruit, following its journey through history and around the world, accompanied by beautiful botanical watercolor paintings and period images. Noted pomologist and fruit historian Joan Morgan (The Book of Apples) has researched and crafted the definitive account of the pear’s history and uses, from fresh eating to cooking and baking to making perry, the delicate and sophisticated pear equivalent of cider.
 
Featuring a directory of 500 varieties of both ancient and modern pears with tasting notes and descriptions for each, The Book of Pears reveals the secrets of the pear as a status symbol, introduces readers to some of the most celebrated fruit growers in history, and explains how the pear came to be so important as an international commodity. This unique and fascinating book will prove indispensable for historians, horticulturists, and all fruit lovers.