The Civil War Cookbook is a highly visual and informative cookbook with a blend of recipes, full color images of prepared dishes, and a look into the lives of soldiers and civilians during the Civil War period. This cookbook is signed by the author William C. Davis.
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Format: Hardcover with dust jacket, 93 pages.
Copyright: 1993
Publisher: Courage Books
Author: William C. Davis
Description: The Civil War Cookbook intertwines history and cuisine for a new insight into the lives of soldiers on the battlefield and their loved ones at home.
For both soldiers and civilians, life was hard, and skill and imagination were essential ingredients in every meal.
Tracing the culinary experiences of soldiers from leaving home to the shock of the camp kitchens, this absorbing book features recipes, together with new, full-color photographs. Evocative illustrations, period photographs, and anecdotes provide historical background and combine to create a memorable, highly personal record.
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Condition: Dust jacket has some creases and wear at the corners. There is also a gift inscription. Further, good condition.