Canned People Food

It is possible to buy 100% nutritional food for cats, dogs, and even monkeys, it should therefore be possible to buy 100% nutritional food for people.  While I enjoy eating, sometimes the "what's for dinner?" is  really trying.  It would be nice to be able to open a can of people food and find one serving of a complete and balanced meal.  Granted, it would probably not be that thrilling taste-wise, But still think of the convenience.

I have tried canned monkey food, and it was actually rather tasty, banana flavored, with whole grain pieces in it.  So I'm thinking that people food would not be that different.  It could come in different flavors besides banana.  It needs some sort of solid texture, not sloppy or too wet, to make it neater to eat.  Preferably canned people food would be something that did not need to be heated either.  That way bachelors, who do not know how or want to cook, could pop open a can and be good to go.  They would not need to own any kitchen items but a spoon.

Canned people food would be handy for emergency situations as well.  Canned items keep well, every household could store a few days worth of food.  People who live in cold climates need to keep emergency food in the car, throw in some pop top cans for such times.  During a major disaster, trucks full of canned people food could be sent to the scene.

I really think I'm on to something here.  The applications for canned people food are numerous. Food company executives take note of this idea.  After while the public would wonder why someone didn't  think of this before.  It would be convenient, neat, and simple.   And, the cans could be recycled.  

Book Review: When the World Spoke French

The book, When the World Spoke French, written by Marc Fumaroli and translated from French to English by Richard Howard, is well written and engaging. Each chapter of the book covers a different eighteenth century Enlightenment writer. These brief biographies encompass a wide number of individuals,such as,Francesco Algarottias well as perhaps lesser know lights including Lugi Riccoboni.  Along with the biography is a sample of writing.  These writings are quite often personal letters, and portions of essays.  Many of the writers were not in fact French, but wrote in French and where highly influenced what was happening in France.  

Anyone who is interested in eighteenth century history should read Fumaroli's book.  I appreciated finding out more about what was taking place in the rest of the world while America was stirring towards Revolution.  It really put things into perspective.  Fumaroli's writing style makes the people in the book come alive.  The adding together of all these individuals and their writing make for a sweep through European history that is far more interesting than the typical history book.

Book Review: Polo in the United States: a History

 Polo in the United States: a History by Horace A. Laffaye is precisely as explained by the title.  The book is divided into chapters covering the various eras, geographic locations, polo in art, indoor polo, and current events in polo.  The smaller sections within each chapter describe specifics.  Early history of polo section of this book typically list places, names of founders, and may contain a brief description of the polo field or clubhouse.  Some of the sections are lightened by brief anecdotes.

This book is certainly not for the polo virgin.  There is no explanations of rules, play, etc., I am not even sure how big the field should be.  While I found this book quite a slog to read, polo fans would doubtless find it more interesting.  Laffaye's book makes for good reference material for someone interested in quick facts about various players and the founding of clubs.