02286cam a22003133u 4500 38189 UtSlPG 20260610133854.0 m cr n 260607r2011||||utu|||||o|||||||||||||| d agr03000109 UtSlPG en iso639-1 SF Blacklock, Ambrose, 1816-1873 A Treatise on Sheep : The Best Means for their Improvement, General Management, and the Treatment of their Diseases. Salt Lake City, UT : Project Gutenberg, 2011 1 online resource : multiple file formats text txt rdacontent computer c rdamedia online resource cr rdacarrier Release date is 2011-12-02 Produced by Chris Curnow and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at https://www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Internet Archive) "A Treatise on Sheep" by Ambrose Blacklock is a detailed agricultural treatise written in the mid-19th century. This work primarily focuses on the improvement, management, and treatment of sheep, exploring various breeds, their diseases, and the wool trade, particularly in the context of British agriculture. The author aims to simplify the complexities of livestock management to make it accessible and practical for farmers. The opening of the treatise establishes the author's intent and scope, emphasizing the importance of understanding the fundamentals of sheep management to achieve optimal results in farming. Blacklock addresses the often over-complicated writings on the subject and pledges to focus only on practical applications. He begins with the history of sheep, discussing their origins and classification into distinct breeds, while also outlining the significance of their management for agricultural success. The combination of practical advice and historical context sets the stage for a comprehensive exploration of sheep husbandry, wool production, and the challenges associated with diseases. (This is an automatically generated summary.) Original publication data not identified Sheep https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/38189 79029 79029