Description
Rumford Complete Cook Book — Rare Three-Volume Vintage Bundle (1934 & Revised Editions)
Preserve a rich piece of American culinary history with this beautifully curated three-volume collection of The Rumford Complete Cook Book by Lily Haxworth Wallace. Spanning from 1934 through the revised mid-century editions, this set offers a remarkable look at how American home cooking, nutrition, and food science evolved over time.
Included in this collector’s bundle:
- 1934 Edition (Green boards) – A well-preserved early edition featuring a charming 1936 ownership inscription. Clean, tight, and increasingly scarce.
- 1940 Revised Edition (Red boards) – Updated content reflecting advances in home economics. Strong binding and clean interiors.
- Mid-Century Revised Red Edition – A later printing of the revised work, offering additional updates and stylistic changes, perfect for comparison and display.
Together, these three volumes provide a rare chronological view of the Rumford Company’s influential work in shaping American cooking. Written by British-trained food specialist Lily Haxworth Wallace, the books combine practical household instruction with classic, comforting recipes that defined mid-20th-century home life.
Why this set is collectible:
- Three distinct editions spanning two decades
- Perfect for cookbook collectors, food historians, and Americana enthusiasts
- Ideal for vintage kitchen décor and culinary display
- Clean, tight, and well-preserved volumes
Condition:
All three volumes are in very good vintage condition with solid bindings and clean pages. Light, expected toning. The 1934 copy includes a period inscription. A beautifully kept set, preserved for the next generation of culinary history lovers.
A rare opportunity to acquire a complete, display-worthy trio of Rumford classics.
