A Domestic Cookbook: The First Known African American Cookbook - A Culinary Legacy from 1866 - Couverture rigide

Russell, Malinda

 
9781667306445: A Domestic Cookbook: The First Known African American Cookbook - A Culinary Legacy from 1866

Synopsis

A Landmark in African American Culinary and Cultural History

First published in 1866, A Domestic Cookbook by Malinda Russell is the earliest known cookbook authored by an African American woman. Far more than a collection of recipes, this pioneering work offers a rare window into post-Civil War Black domestic life, personal resilience, and culinary sophistication.

Why this book is essential reading:

First Black-authored cookbook - a foundational text in American food history

Cultural and historical insight - published during Reconstruction

Over 250 recipes - including cakes, preserves, custards, and savory dishes

Authentic voice - Russell shares her story of hardship, entrepreneurship, and survival

Whether you're a student of history, a culinary enthusiast, or a collector of rare cookbooks, A Domestic Cookbook belongs on your shelf.

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9781667306438: A Domestic Cookbook: The First Known African American Cookbook - A Culinary Legacy from 1866

Edition présentée

ISBN 10 :  166730643X ISBN 13 :  9781667306438
Editeur : Antiquarius, 2025
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