This special edition of 'The Evolution of Our Native Fruits' was written by Liberty Hyde Bailey, and first published in 1906, making it well over a century old. This horticultural tome by the incredibly prolific Bailey explores the histories and evolution of fruits native to North America. The book covers topics like The Rise of the American Grape, The Strange History of the Mulberries, The Evolution of American Plums and Cherries, The Native Apples, Evolution of Blackberry and Dewberry Culture, The Origin of American Raspberry Growing, and more. An interesting old book and an essential addition to the libraries of anybody interested in the historical aspects of Fruit Culture in the US. IMPORTANT NOTE - Please read BEFORE buying! THIS BOOK IS A REPRINT. IT IS NOT AN ORIGINAL COPY. This book is a reprint edition and is a perfect facsimile of the original book. It is not set in a modern typeface and has not been digitally enhanced. As a result, some characters and images might suffer from slight imperfections, blurring, or minor shadows in the page background. This book appears exactly as it did when it was first printed. DISCLAIMER: Due to the age of this book, some methods or practices may have been deemed unsafe or unacceptable in the interim years. In utilizing the information herein, you do so at your own risk. We republish antiquarian books without judgment, solely for their historical and cultural importance, and for educational purposes. If purchasing a book more than 50 years old, especially for a minor, please use due diligence and vet the text before gifting.