Catharine Esther Beecher

Broschiertes Buch

Miss Beecher's Housekeeper and Healthkeeper

Beschreibung

"Miss Beecher's Housekeeper and Healthkeeper" by Catharine E. Beecher is a comprehensive guide to 19th-century home economics. Subtitled "Containing Five Hundred Receipes for Economical and Healthful Cooking; also, Many Directions for Securing Health and Happiness," this book offers a wealth of information on cooking, recipes, housekeeping, health, and nutrition. Beecher's classic work provides practical advice on a range of domestic skills, emphasizing economical and healthful living. Discover time-tested recipes and invaluable insights into maintaining a well-run household. Beyond the kitchen, the book delves into aspects of personal finance and offers guidance on securing overall well-being. A valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of domestic science or seeking traditional wisdom for a healthy and happy home life. This meticulously prepared print edition preserves the original text for enduring accessibility. 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.

Autor

Catharine Esther Beecher (1800-1878) was a prominent 19th century American educator and writer who advocated for the elevation of women's domestic roles and their education. As the eldest child of the well-known Beecher family, her influence in society and literature was far-reaching, and her legacy continued through her many published works, most notably 'Miss Beecher's Housekeeper and Healthkeeper.' This publication became a seminal guide for domestic management and female health during a time when such resources were scarce and the domestic sphere was largely undervalued. Beecher's literary style was didactic and practical, embodying the educational ethos she espoused throughout her life. She proposed that women could find both empowerment and professional fulfillment within the management of the household. Her work went beyond mere recipes and housekeeping tips; it encapsulated a comprehensive approach to home economics, an area she pioneered (Sklar, 1973). Beecher's writings advocated for women's education in a way that was both persuasive and accessible, often bridging the realms of morality, domesticity, and health, and challenging common perceptions of women's roles in society. Throughout her career, she founded numerous schools for women, embedding her educational philosophy into the fabric of American society (Welter, 1966). Beecher's contributions have been extensively analyzed within the context of feminism, domestic science, and educational reform, making her an enduring figure in the history of American literature and pedagogy.

Produktdetails

• Verlag: Creative Media Partners, LLC
• Seitenzahl: 476
• Erscheinungstermin: 29. März 2025
• Englisch
• Abmessung: 234mm x 156mm x 24mm
• Gewicht: 662g
• ISBN-13: 9781023469791
• ISBN-10: 1023469790
• Artikelnr.: 73996549