About the author
John Thorne is an American food writer who has written and released several books, most of which are about gastronomy. Known for his insightful writing on food and cooking, his works offer a thoughtful exploration of culinary topics that appeal to home cooks interested in the deeper context of what they prepare. Readers looking to begin exploring his work can start with Simple Cooking, which captures his straightforward approach to food. The shop also stocks Serious Pig: An American Cook in Search of His Roots, Outlaw Cook, and Mouth Wide Open: A Cook and His Appetite, providing a selection of his gastronomic writings for interested readers.
💬 What our editors say about John Thorne's books
“Thorne offers a refreshing critique of culinary pressure, framing cooking as a rebellious act of self-discovery. The text successfully connects personal memory with food critique, granting readers permission to cook for pleasure…”
Eatbook Family editorial team, Cookbook desk · on Outlaw Cook
📋 Editions by John Thorne in the catalog
| Edition | Year | Publisher | Pages | ISBN |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Outlaw Cook | 1994 | North Point Press | — | 9780865474796 |
| Serious Pig: An American Cook in Search of His Roots | 2000 | North Point Press | — | 9780865475977 |
| Mouth Wide Open: A Cook and His Appetite | 2008 | North Point Press | — | 9780374531430 |
| Simple Cooking | 1996 | North Point Press | — | 9780865475045 |
| Outlaw Cook | 1998 | Prospect Books (UK) | — | 9780907325864 |
