Anne Hughes (3)

An interesting little book - the diary of an 18th century farmer's wife, with lots of domestic detail. Quite witty in places, it gives a feeling for what life was like for a relatively well-off country family.
BUT, there is one problem with it. There is a good possibility that it is a fake! The introduction covers the theory that it was written in the 20th century, and more can be found on the internet. Certainly, the "original" does not seem to have survived.
This doesn't affect its show more readability, but just leaves you wondering if it is worth reading, certainly from a historical perspective. show less

I thoroughly enjoyed this book, it only missing out on 5 stars due to being a bit repetitive but that is the nature of a diary. I have even tried out a couple of the recipes from this book which work great.

1st pub 1937. Introduction by Michael Croucher. Critical essay by Jocasta Innes laid in.