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MODERN PEACH PRUNEK, 



No. 1. — Introductory Remarks, and History 

 of the Peach. 



It is probable that more books have been written 

 on the subject of the Peach than on that of any 

 other fruit. But this is by no means surprising 

 when we consider the large sums expended on its 

 culture, its beauty, and ever-increasing popularity. 



The demand for information has in consequence 

 proportionally augmented, especially since the 

 introduction of orchard-houses. These structures 

 have created a special class of growers ; varieties, 

 some of semi-tropical parentage, are now fruited, 

 which before were entirely unknown to us, and 

 which require a certain skill to bring to perfection. 

 We are no longer satisfied with a short season for 

 the enjoyment of this noble fruit, but require a 

 succession which shall last through the summer 



