12 Vintage Cookbooks That Are Worth A Fortune Today - Tasting Table
Cookbooks have been around for thousands of years; one of the oldest known examples dates to 1700 BCE in Mesopotamia, with recipes etched into clay tablets.
Jennifer Johnston, Irish Novelist Who Probed Country's Fault Lines, Dies at 95
Jennifer Johnston's novels intricately examined Ireland's social class divides and personal relationships, cementing her legacy as a significant literary figure.
Jennifer Johnston, Irish Novelist Who Probed Country's Fault Lines, Dies at 95
Jennifer Johnston's novels intricately examined Ireland's social class divides and personal relationships, cementing her legacy as a significant literary figure.
Dear Abby: My sisters treat me like the 'failure' of the family
Your "successful" sisters appear to be annoyingly obtuse. The next time you receive an invitation on short notice, patiently explain to them the difference in your lifestyle and theirs.
In a lather over doing the washing | Brief letters
The term 'washhouse' reflects a historical class distinction, as noted from the evolution of public washhouses in Manchester to modern-day laundries, revealing societal changes.
Parties, Gossip and Too Much Brew: How 19th-Century Brooklynites Celebrated the New Year
In Brooklyn, in the late 19th century, New Year’s celebrations varied significantly across social classes, with upper-class families hosting elaborate gatherings while the working class often worked through the holiday.