This was a must-have book for every discerning housewife of the turn of the century. These cherished items were a popular wedding gift of the day. The book is not only a useful prop, this edition offers an invaluable snapshot into the culinary fashions of 1920s. Included in the book are many coloured and black and white plates depicting illustrations of domestic kitchen scenes, popular tinned brands of the day, kitchen appliances, table settings and so forth.
 
This is a large copy of a Mrs Beetons Houshold Managment from the beginning of the 20th century, complete with colour plates and great adverts of the day on the inside and back of the covers.
 
Good condition
 
Dimensions: 21.5cm x 15cm x 9cm deep