Horace Fletcher

The New Glutton or Epicure (eBook, ePUB)

A Delightful Exploration of Victorian Gastronomic Excess

• Format: ePub

Produktbeschreibung

Horace Fletcher's 'The New Glutton or Epicure' provides a thought-provoking exploration of modern society's relationship with food and consumption. Written in a witty and satirical style, the book delves into the excesses of the Victorian era, critiquing the rampant consumerism and unhealthy eating habits of the time. Fletcher's sharp observations and clever anecdotes make for a captivating read, shedding light on a timeless issue that continues to resonate today. Drawing on classical literary influences, Fletcher's work is a unique blend of social commentary and gastronomic musings, offering a fresh perspective on the age-old debate of indulgence versus restraint. Horace Fletcher, a well-known health advocate and pioneer of the

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Produktdetails

• Verlag: Good Press
• Seitenzahl: 258
• Erscheinungstermin: 18. Dezember 2019
• Englisch
• ISBN-13: 4064066154622
• Artikelnr.: 58929419

Autorenporträt

Horace Fletcher (1849-1919) was an American health food enthusiast of the late 19th and early 20th centuries, nicknamed 'The Great Masticator' for his advocacy of chewing food until it became liquid to improve health. His ideologies and writings laid the groundwork for future nutritional philosophies and fad dieting. The core of his dietary philosophy is encapsulated in 'The New Glutton or Epicure' (1903), wherein he contrasts the term 'glutton' to an individual who overeats without appreciating food, with an 'epicure', who delights in the taste and texture of food chewed thoroughly. Fletcher's method, branded as 'Fletcherism', argued that thorough chewing would increase the nutritional value of food, control overeating, and improve overall health. Fletcher's work was a precursor to the modern chewing movement and is often referenced in discussions on mindful eating. His approach, although not scientifically substantiated by contemporary standards, reflects an early recognition of the psychological aspects of satiety and digestion. Fletcher's influence extended beyond diet, also touching upon theories of physical fitness and waste elimination, which, although unconventional, incited dialogue on the holistic approach to health during a time when processed foods were becoming commonplace.