The pecan
James E. McWilliams
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The pecan
Published
2013
Publisher
University of Texas Press
Pages
178
ISBN-13
9780292749160
ISBN-10
0292749163
Description
In The Pecan, acclaimed writer and historian James McWilliams explores the history of America's most important commercial nut. He describes how essential the pecan was for Native Americans--by some calculations, an average pecan harvest had the food value of nearly 150,000 bison. McWilliams explains that, because of its natural edibility, abundance, and ease of harvesting, the pecan was left in its natural state longer than any other commercial fruit or nut crop in America. Yet once the process of "improvement" began, it took less than a century for the pecan to be almost totally domesticated. Today, more than 300 million pounds of pecans are produced every year in the United States--and as much as half of that total might be exported to China, which has fallen in love with America's native nut. McWilliams also warns that, as ubiquitous as the pecan has become, it is vulnerable to a "perfect storm" of economic threats and ecological disasters that could wipe it out within a generation. This lively history suggests why the pecan deserves to be recognized as a true American heirloom. -- Publisher website.
Frequently Asked Questions
How many pages are in The pecan?
This edition of The pecan has approximately 178 pages. Please note, this is an estimate and the exact page count can vary between hardcover, paperback, and e-book versions.
How long does it take to read The pecan?
For most readers, The pecan typically takes between 3h 43m and 2h 28m to complete. This is based on the book's length of approximately 44,500 words and common reading speeds.
Here's a detailed breakdown: • Continuous reading at 250 WPM: approximately 2h 58m of focused reading • Casual reading (30 minutes/day): you could finish in roughly 6 days • Estimated word count: 44,500 words
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What is the word count of The pecan?
The estimated word count for The pecan is approximately 44,500 words. This figure is calculated using industry-standard methods that consider genre-specific word density patterns, typical formatting and layout characteristics, and standard words-per-page ratios for published books.
This is an approximation — actual word count may vary based on font size, formatting, edition, and the presence of illustrations or charts.
Who is the author of The pecan?
The pecan was written by James E. McWilliams.
When was The pecan published?
The publication date for this specific edition is 2013. The original work may have been published on a different date.