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"The title refers to the times when "the wolf is at the door." Fisher provides hints -- mostly but not exclusively culinary -- about how to make do, and even flourish, in lean times. (The book was published in the early years of World War II, during food and fuel shortages, and rationing.) There are plenty of recipes, from the absurd ("Sludge") to the sublime (Fruit aux Sept Liqueurs), all presented in Fisher's light-hearted, conversational style. Chapter titles include "How to Boil Water," "How Not to Boil an Egg," and "How to Keep a Sleek Pelt" (keeping pets going in lean times). A copy of this book may be glimpsed on the night table of the prostitute played by Kim Basinger in the movie "L.A. Confidential." The book offers an engaging look into another time (may it never come again!)."
David Loftus, Resident Scholar
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Ratings are on a 1-10 scale (Low to High)
Plot
Tone of book?
- upbeat
Time/era of story
- 1930's-1950's
Poverty, surviving
Yes
Kind of living:
- general poverty story
Is this an adult or child's book?
- Adult or Young Adult Book
Main Character
How sensitive is this character?
- middling sensitive to others' feelings
Sense of humor
- Mostly serious with occasional humor
Intelligence
- Average intelligence
Physique
- average physique
Setting
How much descriptions of surroundings?
- 4 ()
United States
Yes
The US:
- West
- California
Europe
Yes
European country:
- France
- Switzerland
Mountains/Cliffs
Yes
Farm/Ranch?
Yes
Farm/Ranch:
- farm
Style
Person
- mostly 1st
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