The Civil War Cookbook

The Civil War Cookbook
ISBN-10
1561382876
ISBN-13
9781561382873
Category
History / United States / Civil War Period (1850-1877)
Pages
93
Language
English
Published
1993
Publisher
Courage Books
Author
William C. Davis

Description

Every Civil War buff will want to own this unique cookbook, which takes the reader right into the kitchens of 19th-century America. Illustrated with wonderful period photographs, it intertwines history and food for a fascinating new look at the lives of Civil War soldiers and their families. Traditional recipes, illustrated with full-color photographs and highlighted with historical anecdotes, include instructions for recreating treats sent in care packages to soldiers in the field, camp dishes, and special meals.

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