Through the Kitchen Window: Essays on Women, Food and Cooking
Through the Kitchen Window is a collection of essays about women’s relationships with food and cooking. The listing describes contributions from writers including Dorothy Allison, Maya Angelou, Letty Cottin Pogrebin and Marge Piercy, and perspectives connected to Latina, Geechee, Chinese and Indian kitchens.
At a glance
- Explores food and cooking as cultural expression and part of intimate relationships, beyond recipes and meal preparation.
- The description names contributors including Dorothy Allison, Maya Angelou, Letty Cottin Pogrebin and Marge Piercy.
- Topics include experiences associated with Latina, Geechee, Chinese and Indian kitchens, as well as eating disorders and cooking.
Reference price: $47.95
Price checked: Nov 14, 2026
View offerAhead of Black FridayExplore the selectionPros and cons
Pros
- The collection’s stated scope combines cultural perspectives, personal memories and reflections on women’s experiences.
- The 336-page length offers a substantial collection for readers interested in food writing beyond practical recipes.
Technical specifications
8 specifications| Publisher | Berg Publishers |
|---|---|
| Publication date | October 1, 2005 |
| Language | English |
| Print length | 336 pages |
| ISBN-10 | 1845203267 |
| ISBN-13 | 978-1845203269 |
| Weight listed | 14.4 ounces |
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| Dimensions | 5.5 x 0.69 x 8.5 inches |
Who is it for?
A good fit for
- Readers seeking essays and cultural reflection about women, food and cooking.
- Readers interested in personal narratives spanning multiple kitchen traditions and experiences.
Less suited to
- Shoppers primarily looking for a practical cookbook or recipe collection, since the listing emphasizes essays and interpretation rather than a recipe count.
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Frequently asked questions
Is this primarily a recipe book?
The listing presents it as a collection of essays about food, cooking, culture and personal experience. It does not specify a recipe count.
Which writers are named in the listing?
The description names Dorothy Allison, Maya Angelou, Letty Cottin Pogrebin and Marge Piercy among the contributors.
What subjects does the collection cover?
The description mentions cultural and personal meanings of food, experiences in several kitchen traditions, struggles with eating disorders, and the pleasures of cooking and sharing food.
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