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Petr Alekseevich Kropotkin: “The Scilly Islands.--These islands also give a beautiful illustration of what may be obtained from the soil by an…”

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The Scilly Islands.--These islands also give a beautiful illustration of what may be obtained from the soil by an intensive cultivation.
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Petr Alekseevich Kropotkin

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Kropotkin uses the Scilly Islands as an example of successful intensive agriculture, showcasing the potential of small-scale farming.

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