— The American Home Cook Book

New York, Dick & Fitzgerald, 1854. Paperback. A scarce mid-century cookery work from America, very unusual survival of a fragile book. A scarce work, hard to find in the original binding.An extensive collection of several hundred recipes that were popular in mid-century American society.Illustrated with engravings throughout.No author stated, the book is attributed to 'An American Lady&apos.Four pages of publisher's adverts to the front. Thirty-four pages of publisher's adverts to the rear. In the original publisher's paper wraps. Externally, generally smart, with some discolouration to the wraps. A couple of small chips and closed tears to the wraps. Minor marks to the wraps. A little loss to the head and tail of the spine. Internally, firmly bound. Pages are lightly age-toned and clean with a few odd spots. Good . Ill.: Not Stated. Good .