Maria Parloa

An Ideal Kitchen

• Broschiertes Buch

Produktbeschreibung

"An Ideal Kitchen: Miss Parloa's Kitchen Companion A Guide for All Who Would be Good Housekeepers" by Maria Parloa, offers a comprehensive look into the heart of the home. This meticulously prepared republication provides timeless insights into kitchen design, efficient food preparation, and the principles of good housekeeping. A valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of home economics and cooking, this book explores the elements of an ideal kitchen and provides guidance for effective kitchen management. Parloa's companion covers a range of topics related to creating and maintaining a functional and well-organized kitchen. Delving into the details of kitchen layouts and practical housekeeping tips, this classic guide offers a glimpse into the past while providing enduring lessons relevant to anyone interested in cooking and creating an efficient home. A captivating read for those passionate about culinary history, kitchen design, and the foundations of domestic science. This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work is in the public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.

Produktdetails

• Verlag: Creative Media Partners, LLC
• Seitenzahl: 24
• Erscheinungstermin: 29. März 2025
• Englisch
• Abmessung: 234mm x 156mm x 1mm
• Gewicht: 50g
• ISBN-13: 9781023376259
• ISBN-10: 1023376253
• Artikelnr.: 74005221

Autorenporträt

Maria Parloa was a pioneering figure in the domestic science movement of the late 19th and early 20th centuries. Born on September 25, 1843, in Massachusetts, Parloa dedicated her life to educating women in the art of cooking and domestic management. After furthering her own education in the culinary arts, she opened Miss Parloa's School of Cooking in Boston in 1877, which aimed to empower women through culinary education. Parloa's innovative teaching methods combined with her passion for cooking led to her reputation as an authority on domestic science. She authored several influential cookbooks, including 'An Ideal Kitchen,' which contained not just recipes but also advice on kitchen design and equipment, emphasizing efficiency and hygiene. Her work extended beyond the kitchen as she was a sought-after lecturer and contributed articles to various publications. Parloa's literary style blends instructional guidance with narrative elements, making her an accessible and engaging author for her audience. Her efforts profoundly influenced the home economics movement and left a lasting impact on American culinary arts. Maria Parloa passed away on August 21, 1909, but her legacy continues through her writings and the countless homemakers she inspired.