Book ID: 113596
Parker, Ron
Chasing Centuries. The Search for Anciet Agave Cultivars Acroos the Desrt Southwest. 2019. illus. (col.); XIV, 161 p. gr8vo. Paper bd.
Whether you are an agave enthusiast or have a passion for anthropology of the American Southwest, Chasing Centuries provides an informative and visually stunning synthesis of both disciplines. A longtime devotee of the genus, Parker has done the research andfieldwork, culminating in a beautifully designed book. Gorgeous images of the plants and pre-Columbian ruins are supplemented with maps to paint a thorough picture of agaves and their importance to the native cultures.