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New Yorker Staff Writer A.J. Liebling Recalls His Parisian Apprenticeship In The Fine Art Of Eating In This Charming Memoir, Between Meals: An Appetite For Paris.There Would Come A Time When, If I Had Compared My Life To A Cake, The Sojourns In Paris Would Have Presented The Chocolate Filling. The Intervening Layers Were Plain Sponge.In His Nostalgic Review Of His Rabelaisian Initiation Into Lifes Finer Pleasures, Liebling Celebrates The Richness And Variety Of French Food, Fondly Recalling Great Meals And Memorable Wines. He Writes With Awe And A Touch Of Envy Of His Friend And Mentor Yves Mirande, One Of The Last Great Gastronomes Of France, Who Would Dispatch A Lunch Of Raw Bayonne Ham And Fresh Figs, A Hot Sausage In Crust, Spindles Of Filleted Pike In A Rich Rose Sauce Nantua, A Leg Of Lamb Larded With Anchovies, Artichokes On A Pedestal Of Foie Gras, And Four Or Five Kinds Of Cheese, With A Good Bottle Of Bordeaux And One Of Champagneall Before Beginning To Contemplate Dinner.In A.J. Liebling, A Great Writer And A Great Eater Became One, For He Offers Readers A Rare And Bountiful Feast In This Delectable Book.With An Introduction By James Salter, Pen/Faulkner Awardwinning Author Of A Sport And A Pastime
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- Q: What is 'Between Meals: An Appetite for Paris' about? A: 'Between Meals: An Appetite for Paris' is a memoir by A.J. Liebling, recounting his experiences in Paris and his journey into the world of fine dining. The book reflects on the richness of French cuisine through delightful anecdotes and vivid descriptions of memorable meals.
- Q: Who is the author of this book? A: The author of 'Between Meals: An Appetite for Paris' is A.J. Liebling, a staff writer for The New Yorker known for his engaging writing style and culinary insights.
- Q: What type of book is this? A: 'Between Meals: An Appetite for Paris' falls under the category of Biographies & Memoirs, specifically focusing on the author's personal experiences with food and culture in Paris.
- Q: How many pages does the book have? A: The book contains 192 pages, providing a concise yet rich exploration of A.J. Liebling's culinary adventures.
- Q: What is the binding type of this edition? A: This edition of 'Between Meals: An Appetite for Paris' is a paperback, making it accessible and easy to handle.
- Q: When was the book published? A: 'Between Meals: An Appetite for Paris' was published on September 29, 2004.
- Q: Is this book a first edition? A: Yes, this is a first edition of 'Between Meals: An Appetite for Paris', offering readers the original text as intended by the author.
- Q: What themes does the book explore? A: The book explores themes of gastronomy, nostalgia, and the cultural significance of food in Parisian life, celebrating the joy and art of eating.
- Q: Who wrote the introduction for this book? A: The introduction for 'Between Meals: An Appetite for Paris' is written by James Salter, a PEN/Faulkner Award-winning author.
- Q: What condition is the book in? A: The book is in new condition, ensuring that it is free from wear and tear, making it a perfect addition to any reader's collection.