This wonderful book reveals a fascinating view into the home of William Wordsworth. It offers a detailed account of his and his extended family's domestic life. The author has included over 100 recipes drawn from the manuscript recipe books of the Wordsworth, Coleridge. Hutchinson and Fricker families. Recipes featured include Coleridge's Utopia chicken, pickles, soups, hot & cold desserts and remedies. This book offers a precious insight for anyone interested in Wordsworth's life and times. Peter Brears is one of Britain's leading food historians. He has carried out research projects for Historic Royal Palaces, English Heritage and the National Trust amongst others.