Practical Cookery Davidson and Hindley 1944 Blackie & Son WWII Era Reprint

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SKU 3921 (b44) Categories ,

Title: Practical Cookery-150 recipies
Author: Phyllis Davidson and Margaret Hindley
Publisher: Blackie & Son Ltd
Publication Date: c1944
Format: Hardback

Condition: Covers are very good with slight rubbing to spine ends. The dust jacket has shelf wear and several tears with small piece missing to spine top. Pages are quite clean with the occasional mark.

Book measures: 17cm x 11.5cm with 64 pages

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Description

This 1944 reprint of the classic Davidson and Hindley manual is a quintessential example of mid-century British culinary instruction. Published by Blackie and Son during the latter years of WWII, it provides a fascinating look at “practical” domestic science, focusing on foundational techniques, economical household management, and structured recipes. Designed for both students and home cooks, the text covers everything from meat preparation and vegetable cookery to puddings and preserves, reflecting the disciplined yet resourceful kitchen culture of the 1940s.

Additional information

Weight .250 kg