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A COMPREHENSIVE GUIDE-BOOK to Natural Hygienic and Humane Diet
SYNOPSIS OF RECIPES.
PREFACE TO SEVENTH EDITION.
THE TRUE IDEAL IN DIET.
A PLEA FOR THE SIMPLE LIFE.
A PLEA FOR MODERATION.
ARTISTIC COOKERY.
WHAT TO DO WHEN TRAVELLING.
ADVICE FOR BEGINNERS.
Commercial Dietetic Inventions.
This guide offers a clear, thoughtful look at a diet built on natural, hygienic, and humane principles. It explains why many people are turning away from meat, linking health, vitality, and a growing awareness of animal welfare to everyday food choices. Drawing on contemporary medical observations, athletic achievements, and cultural examples, the author shows how simple, plant‑based nutrition can support both body and spirit.
The book is organized as a practical handbook, packed with straightforward recipes for every meal—from breakfast and soups to holiday menus and travel fare. Each dish is described in plain language, requiring no professional culinary training, and the sections cover special needs such as invalids, picnics, and seasonal drinks. Readers who spend a few hours studying the material and try the suggested meals can quickly grasp a wholesome, cruelty‑free way of eating that promises greater health and peace of mind.
Language
en
Duration
~3 hours (224K characters)
Publisher of text edition
Project Gutenberg
Credits
Produced by Feòrag NicBhrìde, Turgut Dincer and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at http://www.pgdp.net
Release date
2013-10-13
Rights
Public domain in the USA.

1862–1938
A passionate early advocate for vegetarian living, he wrote with moral urgency about kindness to animals, simple diet, and spiritual reform. His books and journalism helped turn personal food choices into part of a wider humanitarian movement.
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