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Food in Medieval Times (Food through History),Used
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Students and other readers will learn about the common foodstuffs available, how and what they cooked, ate, and drank, what the regional cuisines were like, how the different classes entertained and celebrated, and what restrictions they followed for health and faith reasons. Fascinating information is provided, such as on imitation food, kitchen humor, and medical ideas. Many period recipes and quotations flesh out the narrative.The book draws on a variety of period sources, including as literature, account books, cookbooks, religious texts, archaeology, and art. Food was a status symbol then, and sumptuary laws defined what a person of a certain class could eatthe ingredients and preparation of a dish and how it was eaten depended on a person's status, and most information is available on the upper crust rather than the masses. Equalizing factors might have been religious strictures and such diseases as the bubonic plague, all of which are detailed here.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Q: What is the main focus of 'Food in Medieval Times'? A: The book explores the common foodstuffs of the medieval period, how they were prepared and consumed, the regional cuisines, and the social implications of food, including class distinctions and dietary restrictions based on health and faith.
- Q: Who is the author of this book? A: The author of 'Food in Medieval Times' is Melitta Weiss Adamson.
- Q: What kind of recipes are included in the book? A: The book includes a variety of period recipes that reflect the culinary practices of medieval times, along with quotations that enhance the narrative.
- Q: When was 'Food in Medieval Times' published? A: This book was published on October 30, 2004.
- Q: What is the binding type of the book? A: The book is available in hardcover binding.
- Q: How many pages does 'Food in Medieval Times' have? A: The book consists of 288 pages.
- Q: What kind of sources does the author use to provide information? A: The author draws on a diverse range of period sources, including literature, account books, cookbooks, religious texts, archaeology, and art.
- Q: Does the book address the impact of social class on food consumption? A: Yes, the book discusses how food was a status symbol and how sumptuary laws influenced what different classes could eat.
- Q: Is there information about health-related dietary restrictions in the book? A: Yes, the book details health-related dietary restrictions that were observed during the medieval period, including those based on religious beliefs.
- Q: What makes this book suitable for students and general readers? A: The book offers fascinating insights into medieval culinary practices and is written in an engaging manner, making it accessible for both students and general readers interested in history.