This is an OCR edition without illustrations or index. It may have numerous typos or missing text. However, purchasers can download a free scanned copy of the original rare book from GeneralBooksClub.com. You can also preview excerpts from the book there. Purchasers are also entitled to a free trial membership in the General Books Club where they can select from more than a million books without charge. Original Published by: William Wood in 1886 in 279 pages; Subjects: Dietetics; Diet; Food; Health & Fitness / Diets; Health & Fitness / Nutrition; History / General; Medical / Diet Therapy; Medical / Nutrition; Technology & Engineering / Food Science;