Alexis Soyer's Modern Housewife is a seminal cookbook and household manual that offers a treasure trove of recipes, advice, and tips for domestic management. First published in 1850, it was an instant success, going through numerous editions and inspiring imitators in Britain and America. Soyer, a famous French chef who had made a name for himself in London's best kitchens, turned his considerable culinary skills to the task of teaching ordinary...
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