The Liberty Hyde Bailey Gardener's Companion

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The book explores the life and contributions of Liberty Hyde Bailey, a pivotal figure in horticulture and literature. Growing up on a Michigan farm, he became Dean of Agriculture at Cornell and played a significant role in the Country Life Commission under Roosevelt. Known as the "Father of Modern Horticulture," Bailey authored over seventy books and numerous articles, while also founding various organizations. The authors, John Stempien and John Linstrom, provide insights into Bailey's dual legacy as a scientist and literary naturist.