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A Guide for the Greedy by a Greedy Woman: Being a New and Revised Edition of 'The Feasts of Autolycus'
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ISBN13: 9781025696058
Publisher: Tradd Street Press
Published: Feb 14 2026
Pages: 218
Weight: 0.69
Height: 0.46 Width: 6.14 Depth: 9.21
Language: English
A Guide for the Greedy by a Greedy Woman is a sophisticated and witty collection of culinary essays that elevates the act of eating to a fine art. Written by Elizabeth Robins Pennell, this work celebrates the pleasures of the table with a focus on quality, preparation, and the sensory experience of gastronomy. Through a series of evocative chapters, Pennell provides a charming and insightful look into the culinary standards and epicurean desires of her era.
The text explores a wide array of topics, from the refined preparation of classic dishes to the simple virtues of fresh ingredients. Pennell's writing is characterized by its zest for life and its insistence that a passion for food, when guided by taste, is a commendable pursuit. The work serves as both a historical window into the world of late-nineteenth-century dining and a timeless tribute to the joys of the palate.
Readers will find themselves transported to a world where every meal is an occasion and every ingredient is treated with reverence. It remains an essential read for those interested in the history of food, the art of the essay, and the enduring pursuit of culinary excellence.
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