Description
Hardcover is in ok condition with wear around the edges and corners. No dust jacket. Pages are readable with slight writing inside the front cover and binding is secure.
This vintage spiral-bound cookbook from Jessie Marie DeBoth offers a fascinating glimpse into mid-20th century American cuisine and entertaining. Published likely in the 1950s or 1960s, it captures the era’s focus on homemade, hearty dishes and the art of hosting gatherings ranging from family dinners to large crowds. DeBoth’s no-nonsense recipes and guidance on meal planning and preparation provide insight into the domestic expectations and traditions of the time. As an artifact from a transformative period for American food culture, this well-loved copy with its personal inscriptions holds appeal for collectors of vintage cookbooks and those interested in social history through the lens of cuisine. Despite its age and wear, the readable pages ensure DeBoth’s culinary wisdom can still be explored and recipes tested by today’s readers.