''The Olive'' by K. G. Bitting, first published in 1920, is a comprehensive guide to the olive, covering its historical significance, cultivation, and diverse uses. The book traces the olive's cultivation back over 4,000 years, detailing its journey from ancient Asia Minor to the Mediterranean and the Americas. Bitting explores various aspects of olives, including their culinary, medicinal, and cosmetic applications, as well as the importance of olive oil in cooking. This work serves as both an educational resource and a celebration of the olive's cultural symbolism of peace and abundance.
