The Old Farmer's Almanac 2017: Special Anniversary Edition (Old Farmer's Almanac (Paperback))

304 pages : 21 cm The timeless reference book returns with full color pages; color weather-forecast maps; weather predictions; astronomical data; gardening advice; recipes; articles on fishing, raising animals, laughter, and more; ideas, hints, and charts that provide simple solutions for everyday challenges; and much more "Special Anniversary Issue"--Cover "The original Robert B. Thomas Farmer's Almanac, founded in 1792"--Cover Amusement -- Astrology -- Astronomy -- Calendar -- Fishing -- Food -- Gardening -- History -- Husbandry -- Miscellany -- Nature -- Romance -- Weather -- Special Anniversary Section. What is 225 years old yet always of the moment? The Old Farmer's Almanac! America's oldest continuously published periodical, beloved by generations for being “useful, with a pleasant degree of humor,” celebrates its unique history with a special edition and more readers than ever before! As the nation's iconic calendar, the 2017 edition will predict and mark notable events; glance back and look forward, with historic perspectives on food, people, and businesses; salute legendary customs and folklore; hail celestial events; explore, forage, and cultivate the natural world; forecast traditionally 80 percent–accurate weather; inspire giggles and perhaps romance; and more—too much more to mention—all in the inimitably useful and humorous way it has done since 1792.