ISBN: 9780006344643 - Fillets of Plaice (18 results)

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Condition: Used. In a world where adventure often comes in the form of a packet of crisps, Gerald Durrell?s "Fillets of Plaice" invites you to abandon any semblance of sanity and dive headfirst into a sea of delightful absurdity. Published in 1979 by Harper Collins, this towering landmark of literary cuisine navigates the murky waters where fish meets farce, and where the only thing more slippery than the plot is, well, the plaice itself. Imagine, if you will, the essence of British summer encapsulated in a book. Sun-drenched beaches, questionable culinary experiments, and a healthy dose of eccentricity all swirl together in a delightful mélange of oddities that only Durrell could conjure. You?ll encounter characters so vividly drawn that one suspects they might leap from the page, perhaps in search of a better meal or possibly a less ridiculous situation. One can?t help but wonder whether the author?s fondness for marine life might be a subtle reflection of the very nature of his characters: charmingly out of their depth. As you thumb through the pages of this squishy tome, you may find yourself pondering essential questions like: What does one do with a surplus of plaice? Is there a secret society of fish connoisseurs lurking among us, who gather in dimly lit rooms to exchange tips on cooking and, dare we say, the art of fishy repartee? And most importantly, how does one avoid the inevitable kitchen disasters that surely accompany any culinary ambition? All these questions, and perhaps none of the answers, await you within. Durrell?s prose dances in a way that some might liken to a fish flopping around on a deck. It?s both amusing and disconcerting, a reminder that life is often more about the journey than the destination?especially if that journey involves a particularly slippery fish. Expect tales of culinary triumph and disaster, underscored by a love of nature that may have you contemplating your next meal with a newfound reverence or perhaps a healthy dose of suspicion. Of course, no culinary exploration would be complete without a cast of characters who are, to put it bluntly, culinary catastrophes of the highest order. From well-meaning but hapless chefs to the outright bizarre, each character adds a splash of chaos and charm that keeps the reader guessing what mishap will unfold next. You might just find yourself rooting for them, even as they flounder in their attempts to master the art of cooking fish?specifically, plaice. As for what to expect in terms of structure, think of it as a delightful buffet of anecdotes, culinary tips that may or may not work (definitely won?t), and Durrell?s characteristic wit that cuts through the overwhelming scent of fishy discourse. You may find yourself wondering if the book is more about the plaice or the people who attempt to serve it. Spoiler: it?s likely the people, as they are infinitely more entertaining than any ordinary fish. Condition: Used, with pages that may have seen the bottom of a frying pan or two; you might even find a fishy fingerprint or a sauce stain lingering as a nostalgic reminder of past culinary adventures. The cover has clearly weathered its own cooking escapades, displaying the charmingly worn aesthetic that only a book well-loved can boast. Consider this your invitation to join the ranks of those who appreciate the quirky imperfections that signify a second-hand treasure. So whether you?re a seasoned chef, an aspiring one, or simply someone who enjoys a good read with a side of laughter (or perhaps a side of chips), "Fillets of Plaice" is a dish best served with a generous helping of irony. Get ready to tip the scales of conventional cookbooks, and discover why this quirky volume is a must-have on your shelf of Crappy Old Books?where every title carries with it a story of its own, much like the dubious adventures of cooking fish. Happy reading.…

Soft cover. Condition: Good. 9th Impression. Slight foxing to end pages and edge. 'Delightful. A collection of scattered and dotty reminiscences' (Sunday Mirror) 189 pp.(We carry a wide selection of titles in The Arts, Theology, History, Politics, Social and Physical Sciences. academic and scholarly books and Modern First Editions ,and all types of Academic Literature.).…

Paperback. Condition: Good. Seventh Printing. Paperback. 189 pages. *** PUBLISHING DETAILS: Collins, UK, 1976. Seventh Printing. *** CONDITION: This book is in good condition. More specifically: Covers have light creasing. Spine has minimal reading creases. . Pages are reasonably tanned. Previous owner's name in ink. *** ABOUT THIS BOOK: auna and Family, also known as The Garden of the Gods, is the third in Durrell's Corfu trilogy that begins with his beloved classic, My Family and Other Animals and continues with Birds, Beasts and Relatives. In his foreword to Fauna and Family, Durrell confessed that in the first two books, "I had left out a number of incidents and characters that I would have liked to have described, and I have attempted to repair this omission in this book . . . I hope that it might give the same pleasure to its readers as apparently its predecessors have done, as for me it portrays a very important part of my life . . . which is a truly happy and sunlit childhood." *** Illustrator: Arthur Robbins. Quantity Available: 1. Category: Animals & Birds; ISBN: 000634464x. ISBN/EAN: 9780006344643. Inventory No: 20090118. Arthur Robbins (illustrator).…

Paperback. Condition: Good. 189 pages. Text tanned, Inscription on front end page/inside cover, Light foxing.Durrell's hilarious and warm My Family and Other Animals (1957) began a trio of reminiscences of his life growing up with a slightly dotty family the overbea ring and omniscient Larry; the affectionate and loving siblings, Margot and Lesl ie; and, of course, the overburdened and patient Mother on the island of Corfu i n the 1930s, when a pound could buy a villa and life was conducted as a series o f riotously high (and sometimes low) adventures. But what shines through these f ive vignettes is the author's engagement with and immense affection for animals in all their forms. From fish to fowl, from lizards to little water fleas (daphn ia), Durrell's eye is acute and his prose is tart. You can read this book for th e humor alone (for he did perceive his family as some rare and rarefied species) , but between the lines you can discern the makings of a world-class naturalist and a cultivated and engaging writer.…

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Couverture souple. Condition: bon. RO60139366: 1988. In-12. Broché. Etat d'usage, Couv. légèrement pliée, Dos plié, Intérieur acceptable. 189 pages. Tranche légèrement tachée. . . . Classification Dewey : 420-Langue anglaise. Anglo-saxon.