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Author Simmonds, P. L. (Peter Lund), 1814-1897
LoC No. 07026047
Title The curiosities of food : or, The dainties and delicacies of different nations obtained from the animal kingdom
Original Publication London: Richard Bentley, 1859.
Note Reading ease score: 63.4 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read.
Credits Alan, Aaron Adrignola and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at https: //www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Internet Archive)
Summary "The Curiosities of Food; or The Dainties and Delicacies of Different Nations" by Peter Lund Simmonds is an exploration of culinary practices and unusual food items from various cultures, written in the mid-19th century. The book delves into the diverse and sometimes peculiar articles of animal-based food consumed by different peoples across the globe. The author's intent appears to be to illuminate the contrasts in dietary habits and how local customs influence the nature of food, creating an intriguing palette of culinary traditions. At the start of the work, the author lays the groundwork for the exploration of food by questioning what sustains various cultures—whether they favor animal or vegetable fare and how their methods of food preparation vary. He notes the lack of awareness regarding the types of animal foods consumed worldwide, emphasizing that there is much more to food customs than the average person recognizes. The opening sets the stage for a deep dive into specific animal products, including jerky and less typical dishes, articulating how travel and necessity shape dietary choices and cultural attitudes towards food globally. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language English
LoC Class TX: Technology: Home economics
Subject Food
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EBook-No. 71509
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Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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