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Wanted: Old cookery books
February 6th, 2006, by Rich.
The missus and I are on the lookout for old cookery books. The kind of books where the author had passed on long before the invention of the microwave oven.
We’re looking for books from the 1800’s and 1900’s, from anywhere in the world – all countries, all cultures.
Any hints or tips on where we might be able to unearth a cache of old recipies and knowledge, or, if anyone reads this and finds themselves in the position of being able to donate old recipe books that are just gathering dust, we promise to put them to good use!
Please note that we’re not interested in buying books, we’re on a mission to share the knowledge therein for the good of the many, we’re not collectors!
The Peace Recipe Book an effort of a returned soldiers wife
ELSIE G HARVEY 1930
Fourth Edition (JULY 1938) Souvenir Book OF COOKERY RECIPES with the compliments of NEW ZEALAND DRY CLEANING CO> LTD
2x Edmonds Sure to Rise COOKERY BOOKS
Fifth Edition
7TH Edition (reprint)
I’m interested in buying a Edmonds cookbook, is it still for sale?
Ta
Are you still looking for cookbooks, and if so, what about handwritten recipes? I have been archive some old recipe books and when i’m done, i would like them to go to anyone who can use them, but more importantly, i want them to be preserved for their historical value (if any). please let me know.
Hi Andrew,
We certainly are!
I’ve emailed you a quick note…
what are some valuable books i have alot 60s 70s
My husband recenty passed away and I’m having a clear out. I was hoping to sell some old cook books that contain some hand written recipes and household tips from late 1800 to 1970’s some of which were passed down from great-grand parents. I have 3 particular books:- 1.’Mrs Beeton’s cookery book’ printed in 1906. The binder is not good but the pages are fine. 2.’Mrs Beeton’s All About Cookery,New Edition’ printed in 1911. (lots of old household tips) 3.’Economical Cookery’and menus for every day in the year. No date but Forward written by Mrs D.D. Cottington Taylor, A Daily Express publication printed by Morrison & Gibb Ltd.
Can you please advise me how I should go about selling these or are they only worth something to me for sentimental value?
I HAVE AN OLD COOKBOOK CALLED THE JOY OF COOKING BY IRMA S. ROMBAUER COPYRIGHT, 1931,1936,1941,1942,1943,1946 BY THE BOBBS-MERRILL COMPANY. PRINTED IN THE UNITED STATES OF AMERICA BY THE CORNWALL PRESS, CORNWALL, N.Y. A HARD COVER WITH NO MISSING PAGES. DO YOU HAVE AN IDEA OF ITS VALUE? OR IF YOU KNOW ANYONE WHO HAS BEEN LOOKING FOR IT? PLEASE E-MAIL ME AND LET ME KNOW I ALSO HAVE AN OLD CANDY AND DESSERT BOOK TO.
I am interested in by mrs beetons cook books.
Also I have been asked to value Elsie g. harvey’s peace recipe war book, undated. any ideas?
There were at least four editions and at least 6-7 different printings of oen of those editions. Basically depending on condition, and the edition, you could get anywhere between $10-40
Hey there, I have been searching as long as I can remember – for a cook book that had recipes of birthday cakes for each calendar month – and for January the cake was of a maypole and for November month an oven with dolls sitting on it …etc. Mum thinks it was a cook book put out by the food store IGA which existed in the 60’s? Any chance you guys may have come across it in your travels please?
i have just found in my loft a copy of [THE HOUSEHOLD GUIDE] edited by AUNT KATE. 158 pages all and pictures in tact date wise 1930/40 ex.cond
I have 3 cookbooks, editions ranging from 1938-1942.
Good condition. Newspaper recipe clippings from the
period are found between some of the pages. One is New England
Recipes (This is a gift edition with a wooden cover. The
other two are Southern recipes, and Old Fashioned Recipes-
both of these have homemade wooden covers. They are all in
remarkable condition. Am wondering what I might be able
to get from the sale of these and if anyone may
be interested.
I have a 1934 complete illustrated cookery book which was edited by “chef” it is a young ladys complete guide to running a household in her time could any one tell me the aprox value of such a book and is it rare thank you
deeton@s book of household management edited by mrs Isabella beeton A first
edition facsimile 1968 does anybody want?
Hi I have a book called “The housewife’s cookery Book” I have tried to find out how old it is but cant find it anywhere. It was printed by Butler and Tanner Ltd
I have a Mrs Beetons All About Cookery.”New Edition” printed in 1892 .in good order for the year.How much is it worth please in sterling.Joan
Have two 1894 and 1904 Mrs. Beetons cookbooks.
Excellent condition..
Iam in the USA.
We an old book…Menus Made Easy by Nancy Lake 1889, if anyone is interested.
I have a copy of Charles Francatelli’s ‘The Cook’s Guide and Housekeeper & Butler’s Assistant’ 1861. It is described as a practical treatise in English and foreign cookery. Francatelli was briefly Queen Victoria’s cook. He also worked for Crockfordss and the Reform Club, plus several nobilities.
As well as over a thousand recipes of the day the book contains instructions for the service of wines, directions for the preparation of diets for invalids, epicurean salads, medicinal drinks, and American drinks and beverages.
Can anyone give me a value on this book.
I collect cookery books. This book by Francatelli is worth in the region of 50-80 UKP’s depending on condition. I would possibly be interested in purchasing if you want to sell it and it is complete.
Please advise.
Thankyou
Robert
If anyone wants to exchange email addresses without posting them here, I have them logged so I can do that for you… Alternatively if you’d like to donate dog-eared well-loved old books, then please do!
Hello, I have an antique hand written recipe book dating back to the 1850s, it has links to Toddington manor in gloucester England, which in my opinion makes it of great interest. I am looking to sell this book.
inside the book a slip of paper reads, Mrs. Lambe is going to London today to be examined under oath at the house of lords, for a foolish irishman a Mr. Tracey who says he can claim all my Lord Sudeleys fortune and all his estates in Toddington in Gloucester.
I recived a cookbook from my mother written in early 1900s. some one stole it I have been trying to replace it for a long time. The name was Bittina something it was a story cookbook about ayoung wife from the time she married what she fixed and about there life I would love to find the ccookbook agin thank you charlie
HI have a few old cookery books not sure if they are worth any thing first one SIMPLE FISH AND VEGETABLE SAUCES BROWN AND POLSON PAISLEY AND LONDON, PRICE ONE PENNY
VERY GOOD CONDITION .EDITED BY C.HERMAN SENN 24 PAGES IT ALSO GOT A PAGE OF WEIGHTS AND MEASURES AND UTENSILS.
BOOK 2
THE NEW RADIATION RECIPE BOOK WHICH HAS 48 PAGES ,IT HAS A LADY ON THE FRONT COVER MAKING PASTRY IT HAS LOTS OF RECIPES IN IT .
Hi I have got 3 old cookery books Mrs Beetons new and enlarge edition price one shilling cover not great but pictures inside ok + Mrs Beetons Hors d,oeuvres & savouries,no price on that one.Also no 3 The star cookery book price 2d I work for a charity shop and these were donated any idea what i can charge for them, or do you buy old cookery books. thanks Sue R
Hi, I have a cook book called “My favourite tested recipes by Mrs D D Cottington-Taylor”. The book is paperback and printed for (and logo’d with) the Valor Oil Stove company.
Dave
yes i have a 1890 Delmonicos cook book in perfect condition By S.M. Gates please contact me and let me know what you think
Hi Andrew,
I am interested in obtaining your old recipes!!!!
I promise I will take good care of them!!!!!!!!!
I have:The George Bernard Shaw Vegetarian Cook Book,Illustrated.Author:Mrs Alice Laden:edited by R.J.Minney.
1974 Edition by Pan Books Ltd.
Any offers please.
I have an old book which has been in family for years. not sure where it came from. It may well have been an old library book as there is a stamp inside 1946. Not very good condition but it is complete.
The book is Called
THE LADYS GUIDE by A Lady
Inc in the title is ‘To the ordering of her household and the Economy of the Dinner table’
published by Smith,Elder & Co London Date about 1861
It includes menus for Dinner Parties etc.
Could it be of any value. I believe it to be first edition.
THE CHICAGO DAILY NEWS
COOK BOOK
copyright 1930 by the chicago daily news
poor condition
interesting little clippings and such between the pages
Hi
Are you still looking for books? I have a number, of various ages and condition. You are welcome to them either collect or cost of postage.
Cheers
Hi Graham, yes please! I’ve sent a message to your email address.
Hi there. I have been passed down a Hard Cover copy of Mrs Beeton’s Book of Household Management New Edition. Publish date is 1906. The spine cover has come loose on one end but still attached. All pages are intact and none missing as far as I can tell. What would your offer be for a book like this? Thank you
I have a Mrs Beetons “Shilling” Cook Book (1880s) which I might be interested in selling ?.
How much are you willing to pay?
Regards Geoff
Hi Geoff, we’re not looking to buy books (as stated at the top of the page), but if you’d like to donate it we pay the postage. Thanks.