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Second edition, improved with revisions. Inscribed on the title page "Elizabeth David For John Bird April 1979." With John Bird's name and address stamp blocked to the top of binder's front blank. A beautifully bound copy of David's first book. Octavo. Finely bound by the Chelsea Bindery in dark blue morocco, spine lettered in gilt, raised bands, twin rule to turn-ins gilt, burgundy endpapers, gilt edges. A fine copy. .

This was Elizabeth David's first book, which introduced post-war Britain to the rich flavors and ingredients of Mediterranean cuisine.