Vincent (Mrs Adebisi) A Cookery Book for the Tropics
£85
London, George Allen & Unwin, 1962.
First edition. 8vo. Original patterned wrappers.
An excellent insight into food and diets in Nigeria, written by the then Inspector of Education (Home Economics). Uncommon.
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Some edgewear, but overall good.
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