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Quel ramo del lago di Como, che volge a mezzogiorno, tra due catene non interrotte di monti, tutto a seni e a golfi, a seconda dello sporgere e del rientrare di quelli, vien, quasi a un tratto, a ristringersi, e a prender corso e figura di fiume, tra un promontorio a destra, e un’ampia costiera dall’altra parte; e il ponte, che ivi congiunge le due rive, par che renda ancor più sensibile all’occhio questa trasformazione, e segni il punto in cui il lago cessa, e l’Adda ricomincia, per ripigliar poi nome di lago dove le rive, allontanandosi di nuovo, lascian l’acqua distendersi e ...

A long time ago, an estimable lady fell at the feet of an habitual publisher, and prayed unto him:—“Give, oh! give me the subject of a book for which the world has a need, and I will write it for you.”“Are you an author, madam?” asked the publisher, motioning his visitor to a seat.“No, sir,” was the proud reply, “I am a poet.”“Ah!” said the great man. “I am afraid there is no immediate worldly need of a poet. If you could only write a good cookery book, now! ... What I want,” said the publisher, “is a series of essays on food, a few anecdotes of stirring ...

The book was written by Tom Bullock, a well-known bartender at the St. Louis Country Club. His skills as a bartender were so remarkable that a libel suit hinged on the excellence of his drinks. In The Ideal Bartender, Tom collects some of his best known beverage recipes.

Welcome to Your Book Dork, your safe space for chaotic book discussions, unfiltered opinions, and deep dives into characters we love, hate, and still have unresolved issues with. From shocking plot twists to questionable character decisions and endings that leave us emotionally compromised, this is your post-book therapy session for all things fiction. Expect spoiler-filled discussions, honest reactions, and plenty of bookish chaos.New episodes every Wednesday and Friday

The Bittings have written a number of books on canning and home preparation of food. This short volume includes a brief description of the preparation and production of ketchup, primarily from commercial production view, and then a more scientific treatment of this condiment and its ingredients. Note: The last section in the book (sections 20 and 21 in this recording) is titled "Structure of the Tomato". In fact, it is devoted to microbiological examination of pulp and ketchup. ( Larry Wilson)

Four twelve-year-olds in a small Midwestern town are waking up with strange things tangled in their morning bedhead. Objects from places they've never been. When, by a stroke of fate, they find each other and discover the truth, they uncover a breathtaking world that they can visit together in their dreams, tended by ancient whimsical creatures called Dreamtenders who have watched over their imaginations since birth. But something is growing in the shadows of that world, a presence that feeds on silence, grief, and everything left unspoken, and it's getting stronger. The Epic Bedhead Saga is a...

This is a book of recipes for ice cream, water ice, and other refreshments for all occasions. Though it has become much easier for us to make ice-cream as compared to when these recipes were written, the recipes will still make tasty treats today! - Summary by Carolin

Benjamin Disraeli, 1st Earl of Beaconsfield, KG, PC, FRS, was a British Prime Minister, parliamentarian, Conservative statesman and literary figure. He served in government for forty years, twice as Prime Minister of Great Britain. Disraeli was well-known as a literary and social figure, though his novels are not generally regarded as part of the Victorian literary canon. Disraeli invented the political novel, of which Sybil and Vivian Grey are perhaps the best-known today.

An exploration into the life of young African American, Emma Lou, whose self-image is negatively impacted by the stigmas of colorism and intra-community racism. - Summary by James K. White

This is a collection of recipes published as a fund raiser for the St. Louis Alumnae Chapter of the Kappa Alpha Theta .fraternity. As the title suggests, these are particularly useful for parties and social functions around the Christmas season. - Summary by Larry Wilson

This is a collection of recipes for all types soups and sauces including vegetable soups, broths, stock, purees, hot sauces, and cold sauces -- and so much more. - Summary by Larry Wilson

Berecche e la guerra è un racconto scritto da Luigi Pirandello nel 1915, poi rielaborato nel 1919 e infine incluso nelle Novelle per un anno.

This is a very practical book concerning the cooking of fish. The author does not limit herself simply to recipes, but also adds sound advice on how to recognize a fresh fish, when certain fish are in season, and how to preserve fish, as well as recipes for fish and fish sauces."An excellent practical treatise, well expressed, full of sound information lucidly conveyed by a writer who really knows her subject well, and combines fine taste with a real regard for economy." - The Times. Summary by Carolin

Published by Ocean Spray Cranberries, Inc., this book of recipes features cranberries in appetizers, salads, side dishes, main dishes, breads, cakes, cookies. desserts, and beverages. (Summary by Larry Wilson)

Food is one of the necessities but also one of the greatest pleasures. Knowing how to cook a good meal is therefore extremely important for all of us. Maybe you can find some inspiration for tonight's dinner in this 1877 cook book by Juliet Corson. - Summary by Carolin

This is a short book of recipes featuring pecans from Texas. The recipes cover Appetizers & Salads, Meat Dishes & Stuffing, Cakes & Pies. Cookies, and Candies. - Summary by Larry Wilson

This is a collection of recipes for all types of cakes and biscuits including sponge cakes, fruit cakes, gingerbread and icings. - Summary by Larry Wilson

Join Margaret, a little girl who really wants to learn how to properly cook and bake everything from seafood to cake, as she sets out to make all the recipes she can find from her family, friends and the rest of the world around her. A fun and informative cookbook with a light narrative! - Summary by Mary Kay

This is a collection of recipes all featuring Carnation Milk from soups and salads to bread and desserts. - Summary by Larry Wilson

In this pamphlet no attempt has been made to give specific directions as to the uses of spices and condiments. It must be borne in mind that their usage results neither from the demands of fashion nor of a vitiated sense of taste, but from their own germicidal and preservative qualities. … A short account of the divers kinds and qualities of these excellent substances may lead, it is hoped, to a more intelligent use of them in cookery. - Excerpt from the preface.