The Standard Of Excellence In Exhibition Poultry - Tegetmeier W. B.

The book titled ""The Standard of Excellence in Exhibition Poultry: Authorized by the Poultry Club, to which is added the American Standard (1874)"" is written by W. B. Tegetmeier. The book is a comprehensive guide for poultry breeders and enthusiasts who are interested in exhibiting their birds. The book is authorized by the Poultry Club, which is a prestigious organization that sets the standards for exhibition poultry in the United Kingdom.The book covers various aspects of exhibition poultry, including breeding, selection, feeding, housing, and showing. The author provides detailed information on the different breeds of poultry that are commonly exhibited, such as chickens, ducks, geese, and turkeys. The book also includes illustrations and photographs of the different breeds, which are useful for identifying and selecting birds for exhibition.One of the unique features of the book is the inclusion of the American Standard, which was first published in 1874. The American Standard is a set of guidelines and standards for exhibition poultry that is still used today. The author provides a detailed description of the American Standard and how it differs from the standards set by the Poultry Club.Overall, this book is an essential resource for anyone interested in exhibition poultry. It provides a comprehensive guide to breeding, selecting, and showing birds, as well as valuable historical information on the standards used in different countries. The book is well-written and easy to read, making it accessible to both beginners and experienced breeders.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.

EAN: 9781437170924