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826 totalTHE BOOK OF HOUSEHOLD MANAGEMENT;
MISTRESS, HOUSEKEEPER, COOK, KITCHEN-MAID, BUTLER, FOOTMAN, COACHMAN, VALET, UPPER AND UNDER HOUSE-MAIDS, LADY'S-MAID, MAID-OF-ALL-WORK, LAUNDRY-MAID, NURSE AND NURSE-MAID, MONTHLY, WET, AND SICK NURSES, ETC. ETC.
WITH A HISTORY OF THE ORIGIN, PROPERTIES, AND USES OF ALL THINGS CONNECTED WITH HOME LIFE AND COMFORT. - BY MRS. ISABELLA BEETON.
PREFACE.
ISABELLA BEETON. - GENERAL CONTENTS - CHAP. - I.—THE MISTRESS. - 2.—THE HOUSEKEEPER. - 3.—ARRANGEMENT AND ECONOMY OF THE KITCHEN. - 4.—INTRODUCTION TO COOKERY. - 5.—GENERAL DIRECTIONS FOR MAKING SOUPS. - 6.—RECIPES. - 7.—THE NATURAL HISTORY OF FISHES. - 8.—RECIPES. - 9.—SAUCES, PICKLES, GRAVIES, AND FORCEMEATS.—GENERAL REMARKS. - 10.—RECIPES. - 11.—VARIOUS MODES OF COOKING MEAT. - 12.—GENERAL OBSERVATIONS ON QUADRUPEDS. - 13.—RECIPES. - 14.—GENERAL OBSERVATIONS ON THE SHEEP AND LAMB. - 15.—RECIPES. - 16.—GENERAL OBSERVATIONS ON THE COMMON HOG. - 17.—RECIPES. - 18.—GENERAL OBSERVATIONS ON THE CALF. - 19.—RECIPES. - 20.—GENERAL OBSERVATIONS ON BIRDS. - 21.—RECIPES. - 22.—GENERAL OBSERVATIONS ON GAME. - 23.—RECIPES. - 24.—GENERAL OBSERVATIONS ON VEGETABLES. - 25.—RECIPES. - 26.—GENERAL OBSERVATIONS ON PUDDINGS AND PASTRY. - 27.—RECIPES - 28.—GENERAL OBSERVATIONS ON CREAMS, JELLIES, SOUFFLÉS, OMELETS, AND SWEET DISHES. - 29—RECIPES. - 30.—GENERAL OBSERVATIONS ON PRESERVES, CONFECTIONERY, ICES, AND DESSERT DISHES. - 31.—RECIPES. - 32.—GENERAL OBSERVATIONS ON MILK, BUTTER, CHEESE, AND EGGS. - 33.—RECIPES. - 34.—GENERAL OBSERVATIONS ON BREAD, BISCUITS, AND CAKES. - 35.—RECIPES. - 36.—GENERAL OBSERVATIONS ON BEVERAGES. - 37.—RECIPES. - 38.—INVALID COOKERY. - 39.—RECIPES. - 40.—DINNERS AND DINING. - 41.—DOMESTIC SERVANTS. - 42.—THE REARING AND MANAGEMENT OF CHILDREN, AND DISEASES OF INFANCY AND CHILDHOOD. - 43.—THE DOCTOR - 44.—LEGAL MEMORANDA - ANALYTICAL INDEX.
ENGRAVINGS.
COLOURED PLATES.
THE BOOK OF HOUSEHOLD MANAGEMENT. - CHAPTER I. - THE MISTRESS.
CHAPTER II. - THE HOUSEKEEPER.
CHAPTER III. - ARRANGEMENT AND ECONOMY OF THE KITCHEN.
Description
Step into the bustling world of a 19th‑century home, where every role—from mistress and housekeeper to footman and coachman—has its own set of rules. This guide lays out the duties, expectations, and daily rhythms that kept Victorian households running smoothly. Its clear, methodical layout makes even the most intricate hierarchy easy to follow.
At its heart lies a treasure trove of cookery, with recipes presented alongside ingredient lists, cost estimates, and seasonal timing. Beyond the kitchen, the author traces the life of each animal and vegetable, from farm to table, and offers illustrated instructions for carving and presentation. Practical chapters on childrearing, basic first‑aid, and even legal matters round out the compendium, reflecting the all‑encompassing nature of domestic stewardship.
For listeners today, the book offers a vivid snapshot of Victorian domestic life and a surprisingly modern emphasis on organization and efficiency. Whether you’re a history enthusiast, a culinary explorer, or simply curious about the art of running a household before electricity, this guide brings the past’s meticulous care to life.
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en
Duration
~51 hours (2947K characters)
Publisher of text edition
Project Gutenberg
Release date
2003-11-01
Rights
Public domain in the USA.
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About the author
Mrs. (Isabella Mary) Beeton
1836–1865
Best known for the hugely influential Book of Household Management, she helped shape how generations of readers thought about cooking, housekeeping, and family life. Her writing mixed practical advice with an editor’s knack for making domestic knowledge clear, organized, and useful.
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