02466cam a22003493u 4500 28105 UtSlPG 20260610133636.0 m cr n 260607r2009||||utu|||||o|||||||||||||| d 72633344 UtSlPG en iso639-1 PR Carey, Henry, 1687?-1743 A Learned Dissertation on Dumpling (1726) : [and] Pudding and Dumpling Burnt to Pot. Or a Compleat Key to the Dissertation on Dumpling (1727) Salt Lake City, UT : Project Gutenberg, 2009 1 online resource : multiple file formats text txt rdacontent computer c rdamedia online resource cr rdacarrier Release date is 2009-02-17 E-text prepared by Louise Hope, Chris Curnow, Joseph Cooper, and the Project Gutenberg Online Distributed Proofreading Team (http://www.pgdp.net) "A Learned Dissertation on Dumpling" by Henry Carey is a satiric pamphlet written in the early 18th century. This work humorously examines the culinary and cultural significance of dumplings, using them as a vehicle to critique contemporary politics and social issues in Britain, particularly focusing on key political figures of the time. The book employs the metaphor of food to address themes of corruption, favoritism, and the nature of public life, making it a witty blend of culinary commentary and political satire. At the start of the dissertation, the author introduces a history of dumpling-eating, attributing its arrival in Britain to Julius Caesar and humorously depicting the cultural evolution of traditional British dumplings. The narrative showcases Sir John Pudding, a character that embodies the essence of culinary excellence and serves as a symbolic representation of political figures, examining how their appetites might relate to corruption and social standing. The author mixes historical anecdotes, culinary creativity, and playful language to create a rich tapestry that critiques the political landscape of the time while celebrating the simplicity and pleasure of good food. (This is an automatically generated summary.) Original publication data not identified Satire, English Dumplings -- Humor Puddings -- Humor Macey, Samuel L. https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/28105 69014 69014