Kitchiner, William

The name of the anonymous American medical gentleman who adapted Kitchiner's work for American readers is unknown. But William Kitchiner, M.D., himself was a household name in nineteenth century cookery and food writing. Born in 1775, he was an optician, inventor of telescopes, amateur musician, and exceptional cook. His other works include "The Invalid's Oraclfe", "The Housekeeper's Ledger", "The Traveller's Oracle", and "The Art of Invigorating and Prolonging Life".