02193cam a22003133u 4500 7262 UtSlPG 20260610133204.0 m cr n 260607r2005||||utu|||||o|||||||||||||| d UtSlPG en iso639-1 TX Bradley, Richard, 1688-1732 The Country Housewife and Lady's Director in the Management of a House, and the Delights and Profits of a Farm Salt Lake City, UT : Project Gutenberg, 2005 1 online resource : multiple file formats text txt rdacontent computer c rdamedia online resource cr rdacarrier Release date is 2005-01-01 Transcribed by David Starner, Kevin Handy, and the Online Distributed Proofreader Team "The Country Housewife and Lady's Director in the Management of a House" by R. Bradley is a comprehensive guidebook focused on domestic management and agriculture likely written during the early 18th century. The text encompasses various aspects of household operations, from brewing and winemaking to the preparation and preservation of farm produce, catering primarily to women tasked with managing domestic affairs. The opening of the work introduces the reader to its structure and purpose, emphasizing its value as a resource for women overseeing household and agricultural operations. Addressing the importance of economy and efficient household management, Bradley outlines a plethora of practical advice, recipes, and observational notes on farming practices, food preservation, and cooking methods tailored for seasonal activities throughout the year. The text sets the stage for a detailed exploration of various ingredients, culinary techniques, and the care of livestock, thereby showcasing both the author's expertise and the practical knowledge essential for managing a country estate. (This is an automatically generated summary.) Original publication data not identified Cooking -- Early works to 1800 Cooking, English https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/7262 49253 49253