English writer on gardening (1612–1676)

A treatise of fruit trees, shewing the manner of planting, grafting, pruning, and ordering of them in all respects, according to rules of experience ... Whereunto is annexed, observations upon Sir Fran. Bacons Natural history. As it concerns fruit-trees, fruits, and flowers. Also, directions for planting of wood for building, fuel, and other uses / By Ra. Austen.

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