Publisher's Synopsis
The book ""The Locust Plague in the United States: Being More Particularly a Treatise on the Rocky Mountain Locust or So-Called Grasshopper"" was written by Charles Valentine Riley in 1877. The book provides a comprehensive account of the locust plague that devastated the United States in the late 19th century, particularly focusing on the Rocky Mountain locust, which was commonly referred to as the grasshopper.The book is divided into several sections, each of which provides detailed information on various aspects of the locust plague. The first section provides an overview of the history of the locust plague in the United States, including its causes, effects, and the efforts made to control it. The second section focuses on the biology and behavior of the Rocky Mountain locust, including its life cycle, feeding habits, and migration patterns.The third section of the book discusses the impact of the locust plague on agriculture and the economy, including the damage caused to crops and the efforts made to mitigate the economic losses. The fourth section provides a detailed description of the various methods used to control the locust population, including chemical and mechanical methods.Overall, ""The Locust Plague in the United States"" is a comprehensive and informative book that provides a detailed account of one of the most devastating natural disasters in American history. It is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of agriculture, the environment, or natural disasters.As It Occurs East Of The Rocky Mountains, With Practical Recommendations For Its Destruction.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.
