Everyday Foods by Harris, Jessie W.; Elisabeth Lacey Speer - 1949

New York: Houghton Mifflin Company. Very Good. 1949. Fifth Edition. Hardcover. 494 pages. Index. Illustrated. Worn corner tips; some pencil erasure and notes on the rear free endpaper otherwise a clean tight copy. "Everyday Foods is written for youth of high-school age to whom a knowledge of the science of nutrition and application of this knowledge i their everyday lives offers a promise of vigorous health and abundant life. ...the wise selection of food... good manners and courtesy; preparing and serving meals; planning for special occasions; and food preservation. ...divided into seven units ...Class Problems serve as a summary." Suggested homework is included. A wonderful example of postwar course work highlighting new technology and changes in food availability and eating habits utilizing seasonal foods. From a time when "Farm to Table" was not an environmentally conscious way of eating. ; 8vo .