Description: This book is a thought-provoking exploration of the concept of roast pig—a deceptively simple subject that becomes a captivating lens through which to examine human nature and the complexities of civilization. The author takes us on a journey through history, literature, and philosophy, tracing the evolution of our relationship with this culinary delight from its humble origins to its present-day status as a beloved delicacy. The book delves into the cultural and social significance of roast pig, revealing how it has shaped our eating habits, influenced our language, and even played a role in major historical events. Through a series of witty and erudite essays, the author explores themes of nostalgia, tradition, and the unexpected ways in which food can connect us to our past and to each other. Ultimately, this book is a celebration of the enduring power of the human spirit, and a reminder that even the most seemingly mundane things can offer profound insights into the human condition. Forgotten Books publishes hundreds of thousands of rare and classic books.This book is a reproduction of an important historical work. Forgotten Books uses state-of-the-art technology to digitally reconstruct the work, preserving the original format whilst repairing imperfections present in the aged copy. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in our edition. We do, however, repair the vast majority of imperfections successfully; any imperfections that remain are intentionally left to preserve the state of such historical works. This text has been digitally restored from a historical edition. Some aesthetic errors may persist, however it has been deemed that any such will not detract from the work's significant historical value. The digital edition of all books may be viewed on our website before purchase.
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Original Language: English
Country/Region of Manufacture: America
Narrative Type: Nonfiction
Intended Audience: Adults
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Book Title: Essays of Elia : A Dissertation on Roast Pig; Detached Thoughts on Books and Reading; the South-Sea House; Old China (Classic Reprint)
Number of Pages: 54 Pages
Language: English
Publisher: Forgotten Books
Topic: General, Essays
Item Height: 0.1 in
Publication Year: 2016
Illustrator: Yes
Genre: Biography & Autobiography, Literary Collections, History
Item Weight: 3 Oz
Item Length: 9 in
Author: Charles Lamb
Item Width: 6 in
Format: Trade Paperback
