Miss Pearson; Mrs. Byrde — Sweets and How to Make Them

Calcutta, Thacker, Spink and Co,, 1907. First edition. Paperback. A very scarce first edition of this handbook of confectionery from British cookbook authors Miss Pearson and Mrs. Byrde. First edition, originally printed in the British Raj. Very scarce work. A handbook of confectionery for ladies everywhere, more particularly for those in India. Containing a collection of sweet recipes from various countries, written in simple language. With examples of dishes from coconut fondants and ginger toffee to stuffed dates. Written by British cookbook authors Miss Pearson and Mrs. Byrde. In the original card wraps. Externally, sound with light wear and minor chipping to the extremities. Light sunning to the spine with the odd small mark to the wraps. Light loss to the head and tail of the spine. Internally, firmly bound. Pages are very bright with the odd small spot. Minor age toning to the first and last few pages. Good . Ill.: None. Good .