The First Book of the Introduction of Knowledge: A Compendious Regiment or a Dietary of Health Made in Mountpyllier: Barnes in the Defense of the Berde

The book titled ""The First Book of the Introduction of Knowledge: A Compendious Regiment or a Dietary of Health Made in Mountpyllier: Barnes in the Defense of the Berde"" is written by Andrew Boorde. It is a comprehensive guide to health and wellness, written in the 16th century. The book is divided into two parts - the first part deals with the general principles of health, while the second part provides detailed instructions on how to maintain good health through diet and exercise.The book covers a wide range of topics related to health, including the importance of fresh air and exercise, the benefits of a balanced diet, and the dangers of excessive drinking and smoking. Boorde also includes advice on how to treat various illnesses and injuries, as well as tips for maintaining good hygiene.Overall, ""The First Book of the Introduction of Knowledge"" is a valuable resource for anyone interested in maintaining good health and preventing illness. Despite being written several centuries ago, many of the principles and advice contained within the book are still relevant today.1870. Edited with a life of Andrew Boorde by Furnivall. The growth of cosmopolitan ideas found its expression in this collection of essays on the chief nationalities and kingdoms of Europe composed by the traveler and physician Andrew Boorde.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.