Description
Product ID: | 9781529032611 |
Product Form: | Hardback |
Country of Manufacture: | GB |
Series: | Macmillan Collector's Library |
Title: | Food for Thought |
Subtitle: | Selected Writings |
Authors: | Author: Annie Gray |
Page Count: | 256 |
Subjects: | Literary essays, Literary essays, Anthologies: general, Classic fiction: general and literary, Cookery / food and drink / food writing, Gift books, Anthologies (non-poetry), Classic fiction (pre c 1945), Cookery / food & drink etc, Gift books |
Description: | Select Guide Rating A gorgeous anthology of poetry, fiction and essays about food from your favorite classic authors. <p><b>A delicious anthology of classic food writing to satisfy every palate, this gorgeous book will delight food lovers everywhere.</b><br><br>Part of the Macmillan Collector’s Library; a series of stunning pocket size classics. These beautiful books make perfect gifts or a treat for any book lover. This edition is edited and introduced by food historian, lecturer and broadcaster Annie Gray.<br><br>From ancient times to today’s celebrity chefs, people have always been inspired to write about food. In this delectable collection, <i>Food for Thought</i>, food historian Annie Gray has chosen an array of material to entertain and inspire. The variety is impressive – from lavish feasts in classical times to street food of pea soup and eels in 19th century London, and from how to find food on a desert island to meat free meals by Agnes Jekyll. Brimming with satire on Victorian etiquette, intriguing recipes through the centuries and culinary advice from cooks and hosts, there is so much here to enjoy.</p> |
Imprint Name: | Macmillan Collector's Library |
Publisher Name: | Pan Macmillan |
Country of Publication: | GB |
Publishing Date: | 2020-10-29 |