Art of Eating in France: Manners and Menus in the 19th Century
Condition: SECONDHAND
This is a secondhand book. The jacket image is a photograph of the exact copy we have in stock. This image shows the condition of this book. Further condition remarks are below.
Author: Jean-Paul Aron
Binding: Hardback
Published: Peter Owen, 1975
Condition:
Book: Good
Jacket: Worn/faded, no tears
Pages: Good
Markings: Previous owner
Condition remarks: Dust jacket has minor wear and small discoloured rectangle on front panel (see photo), dust jacket protected by plastic slip, previous bookseller sticker inside last page
This scholarly work chronicles the intricate world of 19th-century French gastronomy, presenting a vivid tableau of dining customs and culinary evolution. It uncovers the societal norms that dictated everything from table settings to menu composition, illustrating how food became a central pillar of social identity. Aron details the fascinating interplay between evolving tastes and the strictures of etiquette, providing a comprehensive look at an era when eating was truly an art form. The narrative argues for the profound cultural significance of these practices, offering readers a rich understanding of a bygone era's epicurean landscape.
Author: Jean-Paul Aron
Binding: Hardback
Published: Peter Owen, 1975
Condition:
Book: Good
Jacket: Worn/faded, no tears
Pages: Good
Markings: Previous owner
Condition remarks: Dust jacket has minor wear and small discoloured rectangle on front panel (see photo), dust jacket protected by plastic slip, previous bookseller sticker inside last page
This scholarly work chronicles the intricate world of 19th-century French gastronomy, presenting a vivid tableau of dining customs and culinary evolution. It uncovers the societal norms that dictated everything from table settings to menu composition, illustrating how food became a central pillar of social identity. Aron details the fascinating interplay between evolving tastes and the strictures of etiquette, providing a comprehensive look at an era when eating was truly an art form. The narrative argues for the profound cultural significance of these practices, offering readers a rich understanding of a bygone era's epicurean landscape.