Duncan Hines' Food Odyssey Signed First Edition from 1955

Duncan Hines’ Food Odyssey. Thomas Crowell Company. 1955. First edition signed hardcover book in dust jacket. Protected by a Mylar cover. Book is in very good condition. A beautiful copy from 1955 by the man who went on to create an international corporation dedicated to good food. Signed by the author on the book dedication page. There is writing on the blue page adjacent to the cover indicating it has been signed. Pictures included are of the actual book being offered for sale. Spine is tight but there are acute signs of wear on the corners and edges please see images for exact item condition. The author takes us on a tour with us to all the places where the food is the best, pausing often to tell readers fascinating food lore, the romance of coffee and how to really cook a steak. Here is wonderful reading for anyone who likes to eat. Contains an index of restaurants. Written with a whole-hearted zest for a wide variety of delectable dishes from ham and eggs to deluxe menus, Duncan Hines educated America about food—years before he his appreciation of fine food into an international corporation. Please reach out with any questions!