02262cam a22003253u 450000100060000000300070000600500170001300600020003000700050003200800410003701000130007804000110009104100170010205000070011910000480012624500680017426400510024230000470029333600260034033700260036633800360039250000310042850801920045952011460065153400450179765300220184265300120186485600430187699900170191956285UtSlPG20260610134310.0mcr n260607r2018||||utu|||||o|||||||||||||| d a48039808 aUtSlPG 7aen2iso639-1 4aTX1 aMurray, Eustace Clare Grenville,d1824-188114aThe Oyster: Where, How and When to Find, Breed, Cook and Eat It 1aSalt Lake City, UT :bProject Gutenberg,c2018 a1 online resource :bmultiple file formats atextbtxt2rdacontent acomputerbc2rdamedia aonline resourcebcr2rdacarrier aRelease date is 2018-01-01 aProduced by Larry B. Harrison and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at http://www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by the Library of Congress) a"The Oyster: Where, How and When to Find, Breed, Cook and Eat It" by Murray is a culinary guide that likely dates back to the mid-19th century. This work dives deep into the world of oysters, detailing their seasonal availability, breeding practices, preparation methods, and culinary significance across different cultures. The text not only educates readers about oysters as a food source but also celebrates their gastronomical pleasures. The opening of the book introduces the delectable attributes of oysters and emphasizes the importance of consuming them in their proper season, indicating that months with the letter “r” are traditionally preferred. The author argues passionately against the consumption of oysters during warmer months, citing health risks and diminished taste. Moreover, Murray elaborates on the economic value of oysters, particularly in London, highlighting their significant role in local markets and their impact on the fishing industry. He expresses a deep appreciation for oysters, positioning them as a luxurious yet accessible food enjoyed by all classes. (This is an automatically generated summary.) nOriginal publication data not identified aCooking (Oysters) aOysters40uhttps://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/56285 c97116d97116