Illustrations of Eating; Displaying the Omnivorous Character of Man; And Exhibiting the Natives of Various Countries at Feeding Time

Published by John Russell Smith, London, 1847

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The vanishingly scarce first edition of this satirical and informative exploration of global eating habits, charmingly illustrated with amusing vignettes. A very scarce first edition.George Vasey, a writer of miscellanies, presents a series of vignettes that depict the diverse dietary practices of different cultures, ranging from the austere meals of American Indians to the elaborate feasts of French cuisine.With charming vignette illustrations throughout.Rebound, with endpapers renewed. Former owner's inscription to title page head.The book combines anthropological observations with humour, aiming to entertain and educate readers about the omnivorous nature of humans. Rebound in cloth backed boards, with endpapers renewed. Externally, fine. Internally, firmly bound. Inscription to title page head. Pages a touch age toned to perimeters, otherwise clean and bright. Near Fine.

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Title
Illustrations of Eating; Displaying the Omnivorous Character of Man; And Exhibiting the Natives of Various Countries at Feeding Time
Author
A Beef-Eater [George Vasey]
Publisher
John Russell Smith, London
Publication year
1847
Condition
Near Fine
Book Type
book
Binding
Cloth
Illustrator
Not Stated
Edition
First edition.
Item weight
0.5 kilograms
Dimensions
7" by 4.5"

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