- Hardcover
- Used
Seller: The Gastronomy Archive, UK, United KingdomThe Gastronomy Archive
AbeBooks seller since February 17, 2026
Condition: Used - Good
£ 25.00
Quantity: 1 available
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Vintage mid-20th century illustrated cookbook, French Cooking by Elizabeth Smart and Agnes Ryan, published by Spring Books, London. A practical introduction to classic French cuisine, featuring traditional recipes and accessible instruction for the home cook. Colour illustrated dust jacket depicting a chef presenting a dish, with decorative spine illustration. A charming period culinary title reflecting post-war British interest in continental cooking. An attractive working copy with characterful wear consistent with age. Year: Circa 1950s (no date stated; Spring Books mid-century edition) Condition: Good. Red cloth boards in solid condition. Pages clean and tightly bound. Light age toning to page edges. No major internal markings observed. Dust Jacket: Fair. Significant edge wear and chipping, especially at head and tail of spine. Tears and losses to corners and spine edges. Front panel intact but worn. Rear panel torn with losses. Now protected (recommend adding removable archival sleeve before sale).…
Seller Inventory # ABE-1772108762201
Bibliographic details
- Title
- French Cooking
- Author
- Elizabeth Smart & Agnes Ryan
- Publisher
- Spring Books, London
- Publication year
- 1950
- Condition
- Good
- Binding
- Hardcover
- Language
- English
- Item weight
- 700 grams
- Dimensions
- 14 centimeters width by 22 centimeters height by 3 centimeters depth
The Gastronomy Archive
UK, United Kingdom
AbeBooks seller since February 17, 2026
Shipping rates from United Kingdom to U.S.A.
| Item | 14 to 45 business days | 5 to 10 business days |
|---|---|---|
| First item | £ 35.95 | £ 45.95 |
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Offering a carefully curated private collection of 19th and early 20th century cookery and household titles. These works have been collected over many years and are now being gradually released. Each volume is individually assessed and accurately described, with clear notes on condition. Books are packed with care and shipped promptly. Enquiries are welcome.
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Rare and collectible cookery books (c. 1800–1930s)Seller's business information
The Gastronomy Archive
United Kingdom
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