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Michael Joseph, 1960. 1st Edition. Hardcover. 1st Edition, green cloth with red vignette to the front and red and gilt titles to the spine. Top edge red, 493[3]pp with illustrations by Juliet Renny. In unclipped dust jacket with 35s net price. Signed by the author in the year of publication on the half title. This book together comes together with a proof copy and sections of the galley proof of the same work. The boards are clean and bright with just a little pushing to the corners. Internally clean, with just the author's signature and a line of toning to the the endpapers and page following where the dust jacket does not reach. The jacket which is now protected in a removable, clear cover (not shown) is a little marked and dust stained with rubbing to the corners, spine tips and edges with minimal loss. There are two closed tears of 1 and 1.5 cm with a touch of associated creasing. The proof copy is a little stained and rubbed on the cover and internally there is the…

French Provincial Cooking by Elizabeth David is considered a classic in the world of culinary literature. The book offers a rich tapestry of France's regional cuisines, exploring ingredients, techniques, and dishes that have influenced cooking far beyond France's borders. First published in 1960 by Michael Joseph, this book is not just a recipe collection but a passionate reflection on French culinary tradition.

Look for the publisher's name 'Michael Joseph' and the publication date '1960' on the title page.