The Young Housekeeper's Friend by Mrs. Cornelius

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Author Cornelius, Mrs. (Mary Hooker), 1796-1880
Title The Young Housekeeper's Friend
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Summary "The Young Housekeeper's Friend" by Mrs. Cornelius is a practical guide for managing household responsibilities, written in the mid-19th century. This volume serves as a manual for young housekeepers, offering advice and a variety of recipes to help them navigate domestic life. The book emphasizes the importance of efficient household management, cooking techniques, and the integration of domestic duties with spiritual and moral obligations. At the start of the guide, the author outlines her intentions, highlighting the common struggles faced by young women in managing their households due to a lack of experience. The preface echoes a sympathy for those entering domestic life and establishes a supportive tone, encouraging readers to learn and develop skills for effective housekeeping. Mrs. Cornelius shares personal experiences and those gathered from friends to compile a detailed collection of suggestions, receipts, and directives aimed at simplifying the art of cooking and upkeep in a home, focusing on economy and health. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language English
LoC Class TX: Technology: Home economics
Subject Cooking, American
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EBook-No. 45863
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Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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