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More imagesEels : Migration, Myth, and the Market Stall. An article printed in 1864, written by William Houghton. 27 pages.
THE EEL'S BIOLOGY, CULINARY ROLE, & CURIOUS PLACE IN CLASSICAL & POPULAR IMAGINATION
Published by Quarterly Review, John Murray, London, 1864
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Booklet - Unbound Pages. Condition: Very Good. 27 pages. A lively and eclectic account of the eel, blending natural history with cultural observation. Houghton traces the eelâs life cycle, including its remarkable ability to ascend vertical rocks and migrate across vast distances, citing observers such as Sir Humphry Davy and Fr…ank Buckland. He explores the eelâs role in food culture-from fried elver cakes to street-sellers in London-and its appearances in ancient literature and folklore. The article draws on sources ranging from scientific dissertations to Isaac Waltonâs Complete Angler, presenting the eel as a creature of mystery, adaptability, and enduring fascination. Thereâs a particularly striking passage quoting a French naturalist who describes the eel as possessing âgentle affectionsâ and âsentimental enjoymentsâ. An authentic standalone article, extracted from a larger volume. Not a reprint or reproduction, but an original work in its own right. Preserved in a modern card cover, prepared for practicality - an unassuming but serviceable presentation that favours function over finery. Size: 18 x 26 cms. Category: Quarterly Review; Special Interest. Cosmo Books : 29 years on ABE, 47 years taking care of customers. A bookseller you can rely on.
