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1905 The Harris Cook Book 247 Pages:
$12.99
The HarrisCook Book is a historic American culinary work published in 1905.It was co-authored by Abbie Alice North (born 1855) and MaryHannah Espey (Mrs. Mary H. Humphrey, born 1863).
Book Summary & Legacy
- The Concept: The book details the traditional culinary practices of the Harris family, a large lineage originally from Indiana whose members eventually scattered across the United States.
- The Philosophy: The authors approached cooking as an art form and a spiritual necessity, stating in the text that because "we must eat to live... life is a series of vanishing points between the temporal and spiritual".
- Publishing Details: The original 1905 edition was published by Jennings & Graham. A unique trait of the original hardcover print is that it was bound with 30 blank, lined pages in the back so home cooks could write in their own family recipes.
MODERN REPRINT OF ORIGANAL All books have been cleaned and restored. But Due to its age, it may contain imperfections. Please see pictures forquality. Contact me with any questions or concerns. 247pages 5.5 x 8.5" Comb Bound with Cardstock Covers
