Petit bréviaire de la Gourmandise by Laurent Tailhade
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Tailhade, Laurent, 1854-1919
French
"Petit bréviaire de la Gourmandise" by Laurent Tailhade is an insightful exploration of gastronomy written in the early 20th century. This book can be classified as a culinary essay or treatise that delves into the cultural and historical significance of food, particularly within French civilization. Tailhade presents food not merely as sustenance ...
the text, Tailhade praises the culinary arts, tracing the evolution of gastronomy from prehistoric times through various ages, including Ancient Rome and the Middle Ages, leading up to the grand feasts of the French monarchy. He highlights figures such as Antoine Carême, illustrating the importance of chefs in shaping culinary culture. The writing interweaves historical anecdotes, quotes from gastronomes, and reflective insights about the role of food in fostering social bonds. Ultimately, Tailhade laments the decline of traditional cooking methods in the face of modernity, encouraging readers to appreciate the rich heritage of gastronomy and its encompassing role in human connection and expression. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
John Perez
3 months agoSurprisingly enough, the narrative structure is incredibly compelling and well-thought-out. An unexpectedly enjoyable experience.
Patricia Martinez
4 months agoThis stood out immediately because the clarity of the writing makes this accessible to a wide audience. I learned so much from this.
Kimberly Torres
3 months agoFrom the very first page, the examples add real-world context to abstract ideas. This felt rewarding to read.
Steven Jones
2 months agoSurprisingly enough, the author's voice is distinct, making the complex topics easy to digest. This turned out to be a great decision.
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Paul White
2 months agoHaving read this twice, the plot twists are genuinely surprising without feeling cheap or forced. I finished this feeling genuinely satisfied.