The Rocky Mountain Locust

The Rocky Mountain Locust: Permanent Courses For The Government To Adopt To Lessen Or Avert Locust Injury is a book written by Charles Valentine Riley in 1880. The book provides a comprehensive analysis of the Rocky Mountain Locust, a species of locust that caused significant damage to crops in the western United States in the late 19th century. Riley discusses the biology and behavior of the locust, as well as its impact on agriculture and the economy. He also proposes various solutions and strategies for the government to adopt in order to prevent or mitigate locust damage. The book is an important historical document, as it reflects the efforts of scientists and policymakers in the late 1800s to understand and address the ecological challenges faced by farmers in the American West. It is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of agriculture, entomology, and environmental policy.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.