McCall's Book of Entertaining 1980 First Edition Hardcover
$ 13.2
Description
McCall's Book of Entertaining 1980 First Edition Hardcover. Full Title: McCall's Book of Entertaining. Entertaining Alone. Weekend Entertaining. Publication Year & Edition: 1980, First Edition. Format: Hardcover. Notable Features & Contents Collector Appeal. This listing is for a vintage McCall's Book of Entertaining, published in 1980. This is a first edition hardcover, perfect for collectors of vintage cookbooks or anyone looking for classic entertaining guidance. Full Title: McCall's Book of Entertaining Author/Publisher: The McCall Publishing Company Publication Year & Edition: 1980, First Edition Format: Hardcover Condition: * Cover: Good vintage condition with some minor shelf wear, light scuffs, and a few small indentations visible on the front and back. The corners show slight bumping. * Spine: Intact and sturdy, with minimal wear, maintaining its original blue color and gold lettering. * Pages: Pages are clean and crisp, appearing largely unmarked. There may be very minor age-related toning, but no significant foxing or stains are visible. Binding is tight. * Dust Jacket: Not applicable; this book was published without a dust jacket. Notable Features & Contents: This comprehensive guide covers every aspect of hosting, from intimate gatherings to grand celebrations. Chapters include: * Party Preliminaries * Entertaining Alone * Party Politics * The Well-Dressed Table * Cocktail Parties and Cocktail Buffets * The Buffet Dinner * The Seated Dinner * Breakfast, Brunch and Lunch * Tea and Coffee Parties * The Wine and Cheese Party * Barbecues and Picnics * Weekend Entertaining * Parties for the Young * Home Weddings * Holiday Entertaining * Wines and Spirits * Menus and Recipes Collector Appeal: As a first edition from 1980, this cookbook offers a nostalgic look at entertaining styles and recipes from the early 1980s. It's a great addition for collectors of vintage McCall's publications or those interested in culinary history and classic party planning.
