Apples (Revised and Updated)

Roger Yepsen is a writer, editor, and illustrator who lives with his wife on a Pennsylvania German farm, near the town of Barto. His books include Apples, Berries, and several books for children.

kathleen said tiny book. The book isn't bad, but I was looking for detailed descriptions. I was sold on the price for a speicalty item with "tiny book" according to kathleen. The book isn't bad, but I was looking for detailed descriptions. I was sold on the price for a speicalty item with 255 pages. I guess I failed to notice the book dimensions. Who looks at that? The dimensions are about 5 inches by 6 inches. Really? The author/illustrator has good paintings showing russetting, size, color and true apple. 55 pages. I guess I failed to notice the book dimensions. Who looks at that? The dimensions are about 5 inches by 6 inches. Really? The author/illustrator has good paintings showing russetting, size, color and true apple. Betsy's Bijoux said Must have book for the apple lover. This little jewel of a book is the best reference to the unusual "antique" apple varieties that are enjoying a new popularity. Stunning watercolors, history of varieties, and useful descriptions fill the book. Before we buy a tree, we consult "the book" to learn more about each cultivar.We wish that the author would do an Apples "Must have book for the apple lover" according to Betsy's Bijoux. This little jewel of a book is the best reference to the unusual "antique" apple varieties that are enjoying a new popularity. Stunning watercolors, history of varieties, and useful descriptions fill the book. Before we buy a tree, we consult "the book" to learn more about each cultivar.We wish that the author would do an Apples 2 - T. - T. this is a great little book Bogle Cairn If you are interested in apples (as I am mainly for cooking/baking purposes), this is a great little book: informative, easy to read and beautiful apple illustrations. Actually, a nice small coffee table book as well.

You will meet the Japanese-bred Akane, introduced in 1970, the golden, russet-skinned Zabergau Reinette that came from Germany in the 1880s, and the French Calville Blanc which has been cultivated since the 1500s and which Thomas Jefferson grew. Looking through the section describing each apple variety takes you on an international journey. --Dana Jacobi. At the very least, you will want to experience for yourself apples beyond the usual tart Green Granny Smith and reliably dull Red Delicious. You can virtually taste the complex flavors of over 80 kinds of apples, thanks to Yepsin's exquisite prose and the vividly detailed watercolors he painted for Apples. At the same time, there is a renaissance of interest in preserving precious, personality-packed heirloom

But this is not just a grower’s catalog. Here he presents fascinating facts about 90 mainstay and unusual varieties of apples grown in the United States, from Red Delicious and Granny Smith to Knobbed Russet and Hubbardston Nonesuch. Yepsen also includes a brief history of apples in North America, and recipes for pies, sauces, ciders, and more. Each entry identifies the variety’s harvest season, unique taste,and best uses, and Yepsen’s beautiful and distinctive watercolors make identification a snap. He should, as he is a seasoned orchardist as well as a talented writer and illustrator. This new edition has been updated with entries on Honeycrisp and other varieties that have becomes popular since the first publication of Apples in 1994. 90 beautifully illustrated common and r