Publisher's Synopsis
""The Food of the People: A Letter to Henry Fenwick with a Postscript on the Diet of Old Age"" is a book written by Joseph Brown and published in 1865. The book is a detailed exploration of the diet of the working-class people in England during the mid-19th century. Brown argues that the diet of the working-class is inadequate and that it leads to poor health and a shorter lifespan. He suggests that the government should take measures to improve the quality and availability of food for the working-class.The book is written in the form of a letter to Henry Fenwick, a member of Parliament. Brown provides detailed statistics and evidence to support his argument, and he also offers suggestions for improving the diet of the working-class. In the postscript, Brown explores the diet of old age and argues that it is essential to maintain a healthy diet throughout one's life to avoid health problems in old age.Overall, ""The Food of the People"" is an important historical document that sheds light on the dietary habits of the working-class in 19th century England. It is a thought-provoking read that still has relevance today, as many people around the world continue to struggle with access to healthy and affordable food.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.
