Farmers of Forty Centuries; Or, Permanent Agriculture in China, Korea, and Japan

"Farmers of Forty Centuries; Or, Permanent Agriculture in China, Korea, and Japan" by F. H. King is a scholarly observation of time-tested agricultural methods from Eastern cultures. It introduces readers to the farming secrets of China, Korea, and Japan, revealing their long-lasting sustainability despite dense populations and limited land. The book unveils ancient techniques like efficient irrigation, unique waste reuse in farming, and a deep cultural respect for the land, contrasting them with Western agricultural development. The narrative follows the author's exploration of these countries, seeking to understand their practices and suggesting valuable lessons for how we farm and manage our environment.