beef eater (3 résultats)

Hardcover. Etat : Very Good. Etat de la jaquette : No Dust Jacket. Limited Edition. One of a limited edition of 250 copies. Very good hard cover. Size: 8vo - over 7¾" - 9¾" tall.

Cloth. Etat : Near Fine. Not Stated (illustrateur). First edition. The vanishingly scarce first edition of this satirical and informative exploration of global eating habits, charmingly illustrated with amusing vignettes. A very scarce first edition.George Vasey, a writer of miscellanies, presents a series of vignettes that depict the diverse dietary practices of different cultures, ranging from the austere meals of American Indians to the elaborate feasts of French cuisine.With charming vignette illustrations throughout.Rebound, with endpapers renewed. Former owner's inscription to title page head.The book combines anthropological observations with humour, aiming to entertain and educate readers about the omnivorous nature of humans. Rebound in cloth backed boards, with endpapers renewed. Externally, fine. Internally, firmly bound. Inscription to title page head. Pages a touch age toned to perimeters, otherwise clean and bright. Near Fine. book.

Cardboard covers. 88 pages. 16.5 x 10.5 cm. The author offers a witty tour of the world's eating habits, from the austere fare of American Indians to the lavish tables of French cuisine. A spirited series of short vignettes on eating customs - blended with a "light" anthropological observation with a humorous touch. Illustrated throughout with charming vignettes. Previous owner's bookplate on verso of cover: Ex-Libris Polly and Dudley Blanchard. Title page lightly toned. Covers rubbed with some chips to spine. Hinges cracked but holding. Tan cardboard covers, paper spine. Good.