A Book of Fruits and Flowers by Anonymous

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Author Anonymous
Title A Book of Fruits and Flowers
Note Reading ease score: 60.9 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read.
Credits Produced by David Starner, Martin Radford and PG Distributed Proofreaders
Summary "A Book of Fruits and Flowers" by Anonymous is a collection of recipes and medicinal remedies that likely dates back to the mid-17th century. This book serves as a practical guide on the use of various fruits and flowers for both culinary and medicinal purposes, reflecting the era's growing interest in herbal remedies and the cultivation of plants for personal use. The content of the book is divided into sections that detail a wide range of uses for fruits such as lemons, quinces, and cherries, and flowers like roses and violets. Each section includes instructions on how to preserve, candy, pickle, or use these ingredients in various dishes and medicinal concoctions. The book also offers numerous remedies for ailments ranging from digestive issues to skin problems, thus showcasing the dual purpose of these plants in both cooking and health care. The approach is practical and accessible, making this volume a valuable resource for anyone interested in historical culinary practices and herbal medicine. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language English
LoC Class TX: Technology: Home economics
Subject Cooking (Fruit) -- Early works to 1800
Subject Cooking (Flowers) -- Early works to 1800
Subject Materia medica, Vegetable -- Early works to 1800
Category Text
EBook-No. 13265
Release Date
Most Recently Updated Dec 18, 2020
Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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