William Carew Hazlitt

Old Cookery Books and Ancient Cuisine (eBook, ePUB)

Exploring Culinary Heritage Through Antique Cookbooks and Recipes

• Format: ePub

Produktbeschreibung

In "Old Cookery Books and Ancient Cuisine," William Carew Hazlitt delves into the rich tapestry of historical gastronomy, examining cookbooks and culinary practices from bygone eras. Through a meticulous exploration of texts ranging from medieval manuscripts to early modern print, Hazlitt combines literary analysis with gastronomic history, illuminating the evolution of cooking practices and the cultural significance of food. His prose captures the nuances of the English language while interweaving personal anecdotes that enrich the narrative, enticing readers with vivid depictions of ancient recipes and culinary customs. William Carew Hazlitt (1834-1913), a notable literary figure and descendant of the famed essayist William Hazlitt, pervaded his writings with a deep appreciation for literature and history. His own experiences and interests, particularly in the arts and culinary heritage, shaped his pursuit of understanding how food interlaces with society. The blend of scholarly rigor and personal engagement in this work not only reflects his research but also communicates his passion for preserving culinary traditions. For readers intrigued by the intersections of culture, history, and literature, "Old Cookery Books and Ancient Cuisine" serves as an essential guide. Hazlitt's insightful examination offers a charming and informative perspective that invites culinary enthusiasts, historians, and general readers alike to explore the gastronomic past and its resonances in modern cuisine.

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Produktdetails

• Verlag: Good Press
• Seitenzahl: 895
• Erscheinungstermin: 20. November 2019
• Englisch
• ISBN-13: 4057664153845
• Artikelnr.: 58500157

Autorenporträt

William Carew Hazlitt, a.k.a. W. Carew Hazlitt, was an English attorney, writer, editor, and bibliographer. He was the great-grandson of Unitarian pastor and author William Hazlitt, and the son of William Hazlitt, registrar and barrister, as well as the grandson of essayist and critic William Hazlitt. After completing his education at the Merchant Taylors' School, William Carew Hazlitt was admitted to the Inner Temple bar in 1861. Handbook to the Popular, Poetical and Dramatic Literature of Great Britain: From the Invention of Printing to the Restoration (1867) is one of Hazlitt's numerous books. In addition, he wrote Old Cookery Books and Ancient Cuisine (1886) and The History of the Venetian Republic: Her Rise, Her Greatness, and Her Civilization (1860). Elliot Stock, London, 1887, The Book-Lover's Library, Gleanings in Old Garden Literature, is of much utility, historical interest, and pleasure to gardeners and collectors of herbals, etc. A Bibliography of Gardening Literature, 1603-1800, as well as one on herbal remedies and beekeeping, is included in the book's last chapter. The book mostly discusses gardening in Europe and how it was adopted and altered in Britain between the 15th and the 17th centuries. His A Dictionary of Faiths and Folk Lore is extensive in breadth and quirky in its choice. Reeves & Turner, 1905. OCLC 647632425., which conserves proof of a variety of long-gone traditional traditions.