“The Maple Syrup Book” by Janet Eagleson & Rosemary Hasner

Description

In this richly illustrated book, the authors explore every aspect of maple syrup. They relate Native legends surrounding its discovery and explain its importance in the pioneer diet. They cover the sugar maple’s exalted status in the maple tree family, and reveal why maple sap is still one of nature’s great mysteries. A complete and fascinating resource filled with history, romance and sweet flavors, The Maple Syrup Book provides the full story behind a long-standing and important North American tradition.