Description
1987 edition. Hardcover has some edge wear. No dustjacket. The pages are clean and in good condition. The binding is secure.
This delightfully quirky tome by Diane L. Barts offers a captivating journey through the intertwined histories of cooking, fashion, and social mores in the United States. Spanning ten decades, from the late 19th century to the 1980s, “Aspic and Old Lace” is a veritable time capsule, brimming with fascinating anecdotes and insights into the evolving culinary and sartorial landscapes. Barts’ meticulous research and witty prose bring to life the changing tastes, trends, and societal attitudes that shaped American culture over the course of a century. From the elaborate aspic molds of the Victorian era to the daring hemlines of the Roaring Twenties, this book is a treasure trove for collectors, historians, and anyone with a penchant for nostalgia. Despite its lack of a dust jacket, this well-preserved copy invites readers to immerse themselves in a delightful exploration of our nation’s rich heritage, where food and fashion intertwine in unexpected and delightful ways.
