The Lady's Own Cookery Book, and New Dinner-Table Directory (eBook)

Enriched edition. In Which will Be Found a Large Collection of Original Receipts. 3rd ed

Charlotte Campbell Bury Lady (Autor)

eBook Download: EPUB

2019
414 Seiten
Good Press (Verlag)
405-766462546-5 (EAN)

Infos

In 'The Lady's Own Cookery Book, and New Dinner-Table Directory', Lady Charlotte Campbell Bury presents a meticulous guide to culinary arts, interweaving accessible cooking techniques with elegant dining etiquette reflective of early 19th-century British society. Emphasizing the role of women in domestic spaces, the book balances practical recipes with a certain grandeur, suggesting a narrative style that fuses didacticism with charm. With over 300 recipes, ranging from simple broths to sumptuous feasts, Bury captures the essence of refined dining, while also addressing the importance of presentation and social dynamics at the dinner table, pivotal elements in the Victorian age's culinary landscape. Lady Charlotte Campbell Bury was a prominent figure within the literary circles of her time, a testament to the confluence of literature and domesticity. Born into the aristocracy, her experiences navigating societal expectations for women undoubtedly informed her writing. Bury sought not just to share recipes, but to empower women to take command of their kitchens, fostering independence and creativity amidst the constraints of her era. Recommended for modern readers and culinary enthusiasts alike, this book transcends mere cookery to become a window into early 19th-century life. Bury's work showcases the art of entertaining with grace and poise, making it essential for those wishing to master the art of a refined and inviting meal.

In this enriched edition, we have carefully created added value for your reading experience:
- Hand‐picked Memorable Quotes shine a spotlight on moments of literary brilliance.
- Interactive footnotes clarify unusual references, historical allusions, and archaic phrases for an effortless, more informed read.

Produkt-Details

• Erscheint lt. Verlag: 26.11.2019
• Einführung: Camille Saunders
• Mitarbeit: Kommentare: Camille Saunders
• Verlagsort: Prague
• Sprache: englisch
• Themenwelt: Sachbuch/Ratgeber ► Essen / Trinken ► Länderküchen
• Themenwelt: Sachbuch/Ratgeber ► Essen / Trinken ► Themenkochbücher
• Schlagworte: 19th-century cuisine • 19th century recipes • British culinary history • Cookery book • cooking • cooking guide • Culinary Arts • dinner party recipes • dinner-table directory • domestic advice • elegant dining ideas • English • gracious living tips • Home economics • hostess advice • household management • Lady Charlotte Campbell Bury • noblewoman's guide • recipe collection • regency etiquette • social customs manual • victorian cuisine • Victorian household management