Place of Origin

United States ➔ Pennsylvania ➔ Philadelphia

Date of Composition

1783-1800

Description

Born in Ireland, David Jackson (1747-1801) was a Philadelphia apothecary and physician, who served as a delegate to the Continental Convention in 1785. He was married twice and had at least ten children. His book contains both culinary and medical recipes. The library dates the book to 1783-1800.