This beautifully bound second edition of The Williamsburg Art of Cookery, published in 1939, offers over 500 authentic 18th-century Virginia recipes. More than a cookbook, it includes historical essays on colonial hospitality, holidays, and herbal uses, providing rich insight into early American life. The tan full leather cover with raised bands and gold lettering replicates the style of the era, while detailed illustrations add charm. This volume is perfect for anyone interested in authentic colonial cooking and history.
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The condition of this copy is very good: the leather is smooth with only light shelfwear and a small scuff at the tail of the spine. The gilt spine label remains bright and legible. Internally, the pages are clean and evenly toned, with no signs of heavy handling, foxing, or staining. The binding is tight and sound, indicating careful preservation.
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This beautifully bound second edition of The Williamsburg Art of Cookery, published in 1939, offers over 500 authentic 18th-century Virginia recipes. More than a cookbook, it includes historical essays on colonial hospitality, holidays, and herbal uses, providing rich insight into early American life. The tan full leather cover with raised bands and gold lettering replicates the style of the era, while detailed illustrations add charm. This volume is perfect for anyone interested in authentic colonial cooking and history.
Condition:
The condition of this copy is very good: the leather is smooth with only light shelfwear and a small scuff at the tail of the spine. The gilt spine label remains bright and legible. Internally, the pages are clean and evenly toned, with no signs of heavy handling, foxing, or staining. The binding is tight and sound, indicating careful preservation.
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