Domestic Economy: In Theory And Practice (1901)

By Florence Baddeley and Marion Greenwood Bidder

Book Overview

""Domestic Economy: In Theory and Practice"" is a book written by Marion Greenwood Bidder and published in 1901. The book is a comprehensive guide to domestic management and covers a wide range of topics related to home economics. It provides practical advice on everything from cooking and cleaning to budgeting and household management. The book is divided into several sections, each of which covers a different aspect of domestic life. The first section focuses on the principles of domestic economy and includes chapters on the importance of cleanliness, the proper care of household goods, and the management of household finances. The second section is devoted to the art of cooking and includes detailed instructions for preparing a variety of dishes, from simple soups and stews to elaborate desserts and pastries. The third section of the book covers the care of children and includes chapters on the proper feeding, clothing, and education of young children. The fourth section is devoted to the care of the sick and includes advice on nursing, hygiene, and the prevention of disease. The final section of the book covers the management of the household and includes chapters on the hiring and supervision of servants, the organization of household tasks, and the maintenance of household records. Throughout the book, Bidder emphasizes the importance of efficiency, economy, and cleanliness in domestic management. She provides practical tips and advice for managing a household, and her writing is clear and concise. ""Domestic Economy: In Theory and Practice"" is a valuable resource for anyone interested in learning more about home economics and the art of domestic management.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1167007271
• ISBN13: 9781167007279
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 368 Pages
• Weight: 1.08 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.8" x 6.0" x 9.0"