Fryer, (Jayne Eayre)

The Mary Frances Cook Book.

Philadelphia: The John C. Winston Co., 1912. Illustrations by Margaret G. Hays and Jane Allen Boyer. First Edition, First Printing.

Blue publisher’s cloth with a full color outlined front paste-on. With dust jacket, although worn and lacking spine and most of front portions. 8vo; 9.5 inches tall; 175 pages; illustrated by Margaret G. Hays both full page and with margin and in-text two-color drawings on all pages.

The bindings are tight and square. Text clean, light even toning. Minimal shelf handling wear with only hints of wear on the corners.  The scarce Dust Jacket has some of the front and nearly all of the rear panel- held in a clear Mylar sleeve.

This beautifully illustrated tale introduces readers to Mary Frances, a young girl eager to assist her mother. Within the confines of the kitchen, Mary Frances encounters a delightful cast of characters such as Auntie Rolling Pin and Toaster Man, who assume the roles of her mentors. They engage her in conversation, offer guidance, and reveal enigmatic secrets that would have otherwise remained beyond her grasp.

Within this sentimental gem, young readers can explore 40 uncomplicated recipes tailored for children. This ingenious book is a valuable addition to the Mary Frances Books for Children series, a collection of instructional craft books tailored for youngsters aged 9-12.

Item #17360

Price: $245.00