THE MOTORISTS LUNCHEON BOOK
New York: Harper & Brothers, Publishers, 1923. First Edition. Hardcover. 146 pages. 17 x 11.5 cm. Bookplate of Marcus Crahan (1900-1978), on verso of front board - noted collector of gastronomic literature. Crahan's bookplate was made for him in the 1930s by Hungarian-born designer Franz Geritz (1895-1945).
This delightful book features menus for campfires, chafing dishes, and thermos use, reflecting the exhilarating era, at the turn of the century, of automobile travel. As the author state: "The love of the great outdoors grows with each new automobile. The friendly road beckons, the trusty motor champs at the brake, and the urge of taking to the open is irresistible, for anything from a few hours to a day or a week." So if you were thinking of "packing up your hamper" - you will find a wonderful array of menu ideas fand recipes for a delicious open-air lunch. Interior clean, boards very lightly rubbed at head and tail of spine. Green illustrated cloth covered boards. Near fine. Item #4802
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