Instrvcçam sobre a cvltvra das amoreiras, & criaçaõ dos bichos da seda by Bluteau
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"Instrvcçam sobre a cvltvra das amoreiras, & criaçaõ dos bichos da seda" by D. Rafael Bluteau is a scientific publication likely written in the late 17th century. The text serves as a guide for the cultivation of mulberry trees and the raising of silkworms, which are integral to the production of silk. The author discusses the practical and economic benefits of establishing silk production in Portugal, emphasizing its potential for wealth and
industry. The opening of this work introduces the reader to the intricate relationship between the mulberry tree and silkworms, laying the groundwork for the instructions that follow. Bluteau stresses the importance of these plants and insects not only for their agricultural value but also for their role in enriching the nation's economy. Through historical context, the author references previous cultures and their contributions to silk industry development, setting the stage for his assertion that Portugal is well-positioned to follow suit. He presents the unique environmental conditions of the region that would favor the cultivation of mulberry trees and the successful breeding of silkworms, making a compelling argument for the readers and potential policymakers. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Author | Bluteau, Rafael, 1638-1734 |
|---|---|
| LoC No. | 40015218 |
| Title |
Instrvcçam sobre a cvltvra das amoreiras, & criaçaõ dos bichos da seda dirigida a conseruaçaõ, & augmento das manufacturas da seda, estabelecidas pelo... Principe Dom Pedro, Governador, e Regente dos Reinos de Portugal |
| Alternate Title |
Instrucçam sobre a cultura das amoreiras, & criaçaõ dos bichos da seda dirigida a conservaçaõ, & augmento das manufacturas da seda, estabelecidas pelo... Principe Dom Pedro, Governador, e Regente dos Reinos de Portugal |
| Original Publication | Portugal: Officina de Joam da Costa,1679. |
| Credits | Rita Farinha, Alberto Manuel Brandão Simões and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by National Library of Portugal (Biblioteca Nacional de Portugal).) |
| Reading Level | Reading ease score: 47.0 (College-level). Difficult to read. |
| Language | Portuguese |
| LoC Class | SF: Agriculture: Animal culture |
| Subject | Mulberry |
| Subject | Silkworms |
| Category | Text |
| eBook-No. | 69596 |
| ISBN (HTML) | 979-8-238-69596-9 |
| Release Date | Dec 21, 2022 |
| Last Update | Oct 19, 2024 |
| Copyright | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 355 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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