Eels : Migration, Myth, and the Market Stall. An article printed in 1864, written by William Houghton. 27 pages.
London: Quarterly Review, John Murray, 1864. Booklet - Unbound Pages. Very Good Condition. Item #375160
27 pages. A lively and eclectic account of the eel, blending natural history with cultural observation. Houghton traces the eel’s life cycle, including its remarkable ability to ascend vertical rocks and migrate across vast distances, citing observers such as Sir Humphry Davy and Frank Buckland. He explores the eel’s role in food culture-from fried elver cakes to street-sellers in London-and its appearances in ancient literature and folklore. The article draws on sources ranging from scientific dissertations to Isaac Walton’s Complete Angler, presenting the eel as a creature of mystery, adaptability, and enduring fascination. There’s a particularly striking passage quoting a French naturalist who describes the eel as possessing “gentle affections” and “sentimental enjoyments”. An authentic standalone article, extracted from a larger volume. Not a reprint or reproduction, but an original work in its own right. Preserved in a modern card cover, prepared for practicality - an unassuming but serviceable presentation that favours function over finery. Size: 18 x 26 cms. Category: Quarterly Review; Special Interest.
Keywords: BZDB395 Quarterly Review; Special Interest. Unbranded THE EEL'S BIOLOGY, CULINARY ROLE, & CURIOUS PLACE IN CLASSICAL & POPULAR IMAGINATION Eels : Migration, Myth, and the Market Stall. An article printed in 1864, written by William Houghton.
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