Martha Brotherton | |
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| Born | Martha Harvey 1783 Old Whittington, Derbyshire, England |
| Died | 13 January 1861 (aged 78) Salford, England |
| Resting place | Weaste Cemetery, Salford |
| Occupation(s) | Cookbook writer, activist |
| Known for | Writing the first vegetarian cookbook |
| Notable work | Vegetable Cookery (1812) |
| Spouse | |
| Children | 4 |
| Relatives | William Harvey (brother) |
Martha Harvey Brotherton (born Martha Harvey; 1783 – 13 January 1861) was an English cookbook writer and an advocate for vegetarianism. In 1812, she published Vegetable Cookery, the first known vegetarian cookbook. She married Joseph Brotherton, her cousin, in 1806; he later became Salford’s first Member of Parliament. A passionate supporter of the Bible Christian Church, she championed the church’s values, which included dietary reform and ethical living.