Ep: 652: Hunting History

Kitchen Confidential is a memoir and industry commentary that offers a candid, often humorous look at the less glamorous aspects of high-end restaurant kitchens. Bourdain shares his personal experiences, including his struggles with drug addiction and his rise through the culinary ranks. The book is structured as a collection of anecdotes and includes practical advice on the cooking trade, as well as warnings to consumers about restaurant practices. It captures the intense, often chaotic world of professional kitchens and explains why people are drawn to this demanding profession despite its challenges.

This book is based on the diary kept by Edgar Christian during his ill-fated trapping expedition in the Canadian Arctic. The diary, along with letters to his parents, was published by George Whalley in 1980. It recounts the journey of Christian, his cousin John Hornby, and friend Harold Adlard as they attempted to survive the harsh winter in the Thelon River barren lands. The book provides a poignant and detailed account of their struggles, isolation, and the ultimate tragedy that befell them.

This book is part of a series focusing on American hunting history. It explores the white-tailed deerskin trade and the lives of the long hunters during the 18th century. The book details their hunting techniques, interactions with Native Americans, and the challenges of frontier life. It offers a glimpse into a significant period in American history, highlighting the importance of the deerskin trade and the role of long hunters in shaping the landscape of the American frontier. The narrative is rich with historical detail and provides insights into the lives and experiences of these early American frontiersmen.

This book is part of a series focusing on American hunting history. It delves into the Rocky Mountain beaver trade, exploring the lives and challenges faced by mountain men during that era. The book provides detailed accounts of their hunting, trapping, and interactions with Native Americans. It also covers the harsh realities of life on the frontier, including high mortality rates and makeshift medical practices. The narrative offers a vivid portrayal of a pivotal period in American history.