The "Settlement" Cook Book

Milwaukee: n.p., 1912. Hardcover. Good +. Hardcover. For the Benefit of the"Settlement" Milwaukee, Wis. Fifth Edition. The Settlement Cook Book is a complete cookbook and guide to running a household, compiled by Lizzie Black Kander, first published in 1901. Elizabeth Black Kander was an American progressive reformer, philanthropist and author, founder of a settlement house in Milwaukee, where she originated her best-known work, The Settlement Cookbook. The compendium of recipes, cooking techniques, nutrition information, serving procedures and other useful information was intended to support young women raising their families. [Wikipedia] This a well worn and used copy of this classic. The gray illustrated covers have the title in black on the front cover and spine. Soiling spotting and wear, with slight split to front joint. Front hinge is cracked but the text block is firm. Most of the text pages are clean, with light fading to the title page and table of contents. Small closed tear to the front endpaper and larger closed tear to a page in the advertisements. . Following the text pages is a fascinating section of advertisements for local businesses. There is a statement from The Settlement included in this section that states that each and everyone of the firms advertising in this book is absolutely reliable. A good plus copy of this influential cook book published in the beginning of the 20th century. Measures 5.25 x 7.75 inches. 452 pages plus 20 pages of advertisements. COOK/012325. (Inventory #: 37756)