Condition: Vintage Good. Features the former owner’s signature on the front flyleaf. The binding remains tight, and all 632 pages are complete and fully attached. Inside, pages are clean and unmarred, showing natural vintage toning with minor edge chipping. The hardcover spine shows light rubbing and a small tear along the top edge, consistent with age. Includes both black-and-white and full-colour plates, alongside retro line art throughout.
Meta Given’s work stands as a cornerstone of post-war American culinary history, often compared with the classics by Irma Rombauer and Betty Crocker. Blending traditional mid-century recipes with home economics and standardised measuring techniques, this edition serves as a practical guide to everyday family dining.
The Modern Family Cookbook remains a valuable resource offering recipes, practical advice, and insights into family nutrition.
Publishing details
Hardcover: 632 pages
J. G. Ferguson and Associates (1953)
Weight: 930 g
Dimensions: 14.5 x 5.3 x 21.2 cm
CV-TMF-891