The Art of Living in Australia

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Discover the timeless wisdom of The Art of Living in Australia, a remarkable work that offers insights into the historical dietary practices and health benefits associated with the Mediterranean lifestyle. This unique publication, freshly reissued in 2017 by Sydney University Press, remains relevant to modern readers seeking to enhance their well-being through nutritious eating habits.

Written by Philip E. Muskett, a dedicated colony-born physician, this book traverses the early challenges faced by new settlers in Australia while advocating for a shift towards a healthier diet rich in fruits and vegetables, and lower in processed foods and meat. Muskett's pioneering ideas from 1893 resonate strongly today, where studies continue to support the Mediterranean diet's advantages, including lowered cholesterol levels and improved mental health.

In addition to the culturally rich historical context, this edition features over 300 Mediterranean-style recipes that have influenced Australian cuisine long before the contemporary health food movement. With an A5 Tankobon format, the book also provides an index and original facsimiles, giving readers a comprehensive experience of its past and present significance.

This essential read is both a piece of history and a guide for crafting meals that promote longevity and vitality. Whether you are looking to transform your diet or simply enjoy culinary nostalgia, The Art of Living in Australia is a must-have for any health-conscious individual. Order now and start your journey towards a balanced lifestyle.

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Condition: BRAND NEW
ISBN: 9781920898601
Format: A5 size Tankobon
Year: 2017
Publisher: Sydney University Press


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Unique historical importance and modern appeal

So far this year, the Mediterranean diet has been touted as able to lower your cholesterol, reduce pain, increase your lifespan, ease depression and 'cure' ADHD. Whatever the real story might be, it's clear that eating more fruit and vegetables, and less meat and processed foods, provides real benefit to health.

In Australia, this story begins with Philip E. Muskett, a colony-born physician with a calling to improve the health and wellbeing of new colonists who were struggling with the climate and lifestyle of the land Down Under.

Muskett's seminal work was published in 1893. The Art of Living in Australia is an appeal to white Australians to embrace a southern European approach to food and climate.

Now, a new edition of The Art of Living in Australia, complete with index and original facsimiles, is available from Sydney University Press. This Australian classic offers a unique view on the daily lives of post-colonial Australians – and some anachronistic gems! – while also delivering over 300 Mediterranean-style recipes that predate the modern trend for healthy and natural eating by over 100 years.

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