Where Persimmon Was King

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The book offers a unique glimpse into the 1930s efforts of Chinese cultivators to establish and market persimmons around Peking, as documented by U.S.D.A. plant explorer Palemon Howard Dorsett. Through a combination of his photographs and narrative, it highlights the dedication and innovation involved in this agricultural endeavor, providing a rich historical perspective on the cultivation of this fruit.