The Arts Of Life, Described In A Series Of Letters: Providing Food, Providing Clothing, Providing Shelter (1830)

By John Aikin

Book Overview

The Arts of Life, Described in a Series of Letters: Providing Food, Providing Clothing, Providing Shelter is a book written by John Aikin and published in 1830. The book is a collection of letters that describe the various arts and skills necessary for sustaining human life. The letters are divided into three sections: providing food, providing clothing, and providing shelter. In the first section, Aikin discusses the cultivation of crops, animal husbandry, and the preparation and preservation of food. He also touches on the importance of a healthy diet and the dangers of overindulgence. The second section focuses on the production of clothing, including the cultivation of fibers such as cotton and wool, and the various processes involved in turning those fibers into wearable garments. Aikin also discusses the importance of clothing in society and the role it plays in personal identity. The final section of the book is dedicated to providing shelter, including the construction of homes and other structures, as well as the various materials and techniques used in building. Aikin also discusses the importance of shelter in providing security and comfort for individuals and families. Overall, The Arts of Life provides a comprehensive overview of the various skills and arts necessary for sustaining human life, and emphasizes the importance of these arts in creating a healthy and prosperous society.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.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1166958493
• ISBN13: 9781166958497
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 158 Pages
• Weight: 0.48 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.3" x 6.0" x 9.0"