Chapters
23 totalA. BOOK - OF - Fruits & Flowers - SHEWING - The Nature and Use of them, either - for Meat or Medicine. - AS ALSO:
Of Lemmons.
Medicines made of Lemmons. - To take away the Spots, or red Pimpels of the face.
Of Quinces. - The best way to Preserve Quinces.
Of Roses. - To make sweet Bagges to lay Linnen in.
Of Almonds. - To make Almond Biscate.
Of Straw-Berries. - A Tart of Straw-Berries.
Of Hartichoakes. - How to make a Hartichoake Pye.
OF MEDICINES. - An Excellent Medicine or Salve for an Ache coming of cold, easie to be made by any Countrey Housewife.
Of Violets. - The use of Oyle of Violets.
Description
A vivid snapshot of 17th‑century household knowledge, this guide gathers the many ways fruits and flowers were turned into food, drink, and remedies. From preserving lemons in sweet syrup to crafting delicate candied peels, the text walks readers through step‑by‑step methods for making jams, tarts, and even fragrant sachets to keep linens fresh. It also reveals how gardeners of the era relied on citrus, herbs, and blossoms to treat ailments such as ulcers, coughs, and kidney stones, offering simple poultices, infusions, and tonic recipes.
The writing captures the practical, hands‑on spirit of early modern kitchens and apothecaries, where a single lemon could become a dessert garnish, a medicinal wash, or a component of a complex stone‑dissolving brew. Recipes are presented in clear, concise instructions, reflecting the blend of culinary art and folk medicine that shaped daily life. Listeners will enjoy the blend of historical curiosity and timeless tips for making the most of nature’s bounty.
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Language
en
Duration
~1 hours (78K characters)
Publisher of text edition
Project Gutenberg
Credits
Produced by David Starner, Martin Radford and PG Distributed Proofreaders
Release date
2004-08-23
Rights
Public domain in the USA.
About the author
Anonymous
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