TIME-LIFE Books - Foods of the World - 16-Volume Set Vintage Hardcover Collection, 1968 - 1972

IMPORTANT UPDATE – PLEASE READ Five volumes from the originally pictured 21-volume set have sold and are no longer included. The listing now reflects an 16-volume set. The following volumes are no longer available: The Cooking of Scandinavia The Cooking of India The Cooking of Spain and Portugal Cooking of the Caribbean Islands American Cooking: Southern Style The photos still show the original 21-volume collection, but please note that the Five titles listed above are NOT included in this sale. This set is being gradually reduced as individual volumes sell, so availability is first-come, first-served. If you’ve been considering the collection, now is the time to secure the remaining volumes before more are gone. Vintage TIME-LIFE Foods of the World Collection (1960s–1970s) A Landmark Culinary Library | Highly Collectible | Increasingly Scarce as a Full Set Step back into the golden age of publishing with this 16-volume set library collection of TIME-LIFE’s legendary Foods of the World series — one of the most ambitious and beautifully produced culinary collections ever released. Published during the 1960s through the early 1970s, this iconic series blends history, culture, travel writing, and authentic regional cuisine, all supported by exceptional period photography and meticulous research. These volumes were never intended as ordinary cookbooks; they were produced as permanent reference works, at a time when TIME-LIFE spared no expense in editorial quality and design. This listing is for the full 16-volume set, a major advantage for collectors. IMPORTANT — PLEASE READ I am also listing some volumes individually. If individual volumes sell, this set will be broken up. Buyers seeking the full 16-volume collection should act accordingly. WHY THIS SET IS SO DESIRABLE 16-volume collection — increasingly difficult to find intact True mid-century vintage (1960s–1970s) Classic TIME-LIFE photography with rich, atmospheric imagery Written by respected food writers, historians, and regional experts Combines culinary instruction with anthropology and travel history Widely regarded as one of the finest culinary book series ever published Strong and consistent collector demand, especially for full matching sets Many sets offered online are partial, mismatched, or assembled over time. A multi-volume original run such as this has become increasingly uncommon. CONDITION — HONEST AND DETAILED Overall, this is a solid vintage set showing authentic, age-appropriate wear consistent with books that are approximately 50–60+ years old. Condition varies by volume. Not every book has every issue listed below. Examples of wear that may be present across the set include: Cover scuffing, rubbing, and surface wear Light staining or spotting on some covers Noticeably softened or rounded corners on certain volumes Spine edge wear and shelf rubbing Hinges that may be loosened or beginning to separate on some books General signs of careful use and long-term shelving Pages are generally intact and readable, with no major missing content observed. These traits are typical for well-preserved TIME-LIFE volumes of this era and should be expected in an original vintage set. Please review all photos carefully, as they form part of the description and show representative examples of condition throughout the collection. If you need additional photos, you can view them in the site as we've listed these individually as well. IDEAL FOR Collectors of vintage TIME-LIFE series Culinary historians and food enthusiasts Mid-century modern or vintage decor displays Libraries, studios, or curated book collections FINAL NOTE ON AVAILABILITY Multi-volume sets like this are becoming harder to find. Once individual volumes sell, this collection will no longer remain intact. If you have been waiting for a full multi-volume set of the original TIME-LIFE Foods of the World collection, here's a very rare opportunity for you.…