Savoring the Spice Coast of India

Amazon.com: buying info: Teleny

Powell's Books - BLACK BEAUTY THE AUTOBIOGRAPHY OF A HORS by Anna Sewell

I’ve been visiting the Public Library since they moved to just down my street (actually over on Pike at the convention center). I nabbed a handful of Asian cookbooks and have been reading up on the various Indian cuisines. I’ve even bought some whole spices, but I have yet to attempt to recreate any recipes. Cleaning the kitchen is daunting.

Also, my work on a friend’s web site has lead him to send me a copy of the Victorian “Socratic” novel “Teleny”. I’ve jumped in with two feet and think it is fascinating. It has a long and checkered history.

Also picked up my 1920s copy of Black Beauty I purchased on Ebay a while ago. I remember extensive lines from a Disney storytelling record I had as a child. Very impressive since the version I remember was an extreme condensation.