Being an Account of His Home Life and Agricultural Activities Haworth, Paul Leland 1876-1936 creator text utu 2004 monographic en 1 online resource : multiple file formats "George Washington: Farmer" by Paul Leland Haworth is a historical account written during the early 20th century. The book explores an often-overlooked aspect of George Washington's life as a farmer and landowner, detailing his agricultural pursuits and home life at Mount Vernon, as well as the challenges and innovations he faced in the realm of agriculture. The beginning of the book sets the stage for Washington's profound connection to the land, revealing his thoughts on farming and cultivation through letters and reflections. Haworth describes Washington as a dedicated agriculturalist who emphasized the importance of responsible farming practices and the improvement of soil. In the opening chapters, readers are introduced to Washington's early life, his initial forays into farming, and his growing recognition of the need for sustainable practices, contrasting the Virginia agricultural practices of his time with those in England. The narrative hints at Washington's evolution from a military leader to a committed farmer, illustrating how his love for the soil shaped both his personal and public life. (This is an automatically generated summary.) Release date is 2004-03-01 E-text prepared by Juliet Sutherland, Charlie Kirschner, and the Project Gutenberg Online Distributed Proofreading Team Original publication data not identified Washington, George, 1732-1799 -- Homes and haunts -- Virginia -- Mount Vernon (Estate) Mount Vernon (Va. : Estate) E300 Original publication data not identified https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/11858 https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/11858 UtSlPG 260607 20260610133301.0 11858