Peter Lund Simmonds (1814-1897), a Danish-born newsagent and journalist who lived in England. Alongside his editorial career, he was also interested in food, agriculture, international trade and polar exploration, and published several scientific studies. Originally published in 1877, this antique text contains information on the history, botanical characteristics, chemical properties and medicinal uses of hop varieties. It is ideal for anyone interested in natural history, botany, and the history and cultivation of hops and beer. Contents: Peter Lund Simmonds; History, Botany, Economic Uses, and Chemistry of Hops; Medicinal Uses of Hops. We are republishing this vintage work in a high quality, modern and affordable edition, featuring a specially written concise biography and reproductions of the original illustrative tables.