Joanna Crosby

An expert in the history of apples and orchards, exploring their significance as symbols of tradition and innovation.

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Mar 5, 2024 • 46min

Joanna Crosby, "Apples and Orchards Since the Eighteenth Century: Material Innovation and Cultural Tradition" (Bloomsbury, 2023)

Discover the historical evolution of apples and orchards, from cultural traditions to technological innovations in Britain and the USA. Explore how orchards symbolized stability and land ownership, while apples reflected social, economic, and cultural landscapes. Uncover the Victorian obsession with studying apples for societal improvement and the misconceptions surrounding orchard life. Get insights into future projects exploring the differences in apple history and culture in Japan compared to the Western world.

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