Prologue: Chowder in preparation -- Chowder begins. Chowder has an identity ; Chowder and the newfound lands ; Cookbooks, cod and country -- The anatomy of chowder. Salt pork ; Potatoes ; Fish ; Clams -- Conclusion -- Appendix A: Recipes -- Appendix B: Terms -- Appendix C: Priscilla D. Webster versus the Blue Ship Tea Room -- Appendix D: Stories.