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About The Book: The Complete Indian Housekeeper and Cook is a comprehensive guide that addresses the roles and responsibilities of both mistresses and servants in managing a household. It offers practical advice on the smooth operation of daily domestic tasks, from organizing and maintaining the home to managing servants efficiently. The book also features a wide range of detailed recipes, covering traditional Indian dishes and Western cuisine, suitable for various occasions. It serves as an essential reference for Indian households, emphasizing cleanliness, discipline, and organization while offering valuable culinary guidance for preparing diverse, flavorful meals. About The Author: Flora Annie Steel (1847-1929) was an English writer known for her portrayal of British colonial life in India. Living in India for 22 years, her work often critically examined the dynamics between British colonizers and Indian subjects. Steel wrote novels, short stories, and books on Indian cookery, with her most famous novel, "On the Face of the Waters" (1896), depicting the 1857 Indian Rebellion. Her writings offer valuable insights into colonial society and the complexities of intercultural relations during the British Raj and Alfred George Gardiner (1865–1946) was a renowned English journalist, editor, and essayist, best known for his writings under the pseudonym Alpha of the Plough. He was editor of the Daily News from 1902 to 1919, where he became a leading figure in liberal journalism, advocating against social injustices. Gardiner’s essays, marked by grace, humor, and insight, are celebrated for their ability to teach life’s truths in an accessible manner. His notable works include Pebbles on the Shore and Many Furrows. He also campaigned for a minimum wage as Chairman of the National Anti-Sweating League. The Title 'The Complete Indian Housekeeper and Cook: Giving Duties of Mistress and Servants the General Management of the House and Practical Recipes for Cooking in All its