Cheating the Junk-Pile: The Purchase and Maintenance of Household Equipments
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"Cheating the Junk-Pile: The Purchase and Maintenance of Household Equipment" by Ethel R. Peyser is a practical guide on household management published in the early 20th century. This work focuses on the efficient selection, purchase, and maintenance of various household devices and equipment, aiming to inspire homeowners to maximize their investments and avoid unnecessary waste or improperly functioning items. The author emphasizes the importance of informed decision-making when managing household appliances. The
opening of the book introduces the author's intentions and the necessity for such a guide in modern homes, where myriad new household devices are available. Peyser argues against mindless consumerism and highlights the importance of making thoughtful choices to prevent building a “junk-pile” of unused or poorly maintained items. The introductory sections also delve into basic principles of household management, introducing the housekeeper as a manager and outlining how modern appliances can streamline household chores, ultimately promoting a more efficient and pleasant home life. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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About this eBook
| Author | Peyser, Ethel R. (Ethel Rose), 1887-1961 |
|---|---|
| Author of introduction, etc. | Wright, Richardson Little, 1887-1961 |
| Illustrator | Richardson, Harry |
| LoC No. | 23001058 |
| Title | Cheating the Junk-Pile: The Purchase and Maintenance of Household Equipments |
| Original Publication | United States: E.P. Dutton & Company,1922. |
| Credits | Charlene Taylor, Harry Lamé and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Internet Archive/American Libraries.) |
| Reading Level | Reading ease score: 69.3 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read. |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | TX: Technology: Home economics |
| Subject | Kitchen utensils |
| Subject | Home economics |
| Subject | Household appliances |
| Subject | Kitchen appliances |
| Category | Text |
| eBook-No. | 67507 |
| ISBN (HTML) | 979-8-238-67507-7 |
| Release Date | Feb 26, 2022 |
| Last Update | Oct 18, 2024 |
| Copyright | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 657 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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