The Civil War Cookbook

by William C. Davis

Book Overview

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...

• Format: Hardcover
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1561382876
• ISBN13: 9781561382873
• Release Date: January 1993
• Publisher: Running Press Book Publishers
• Length: 93 Pages
• Weight: 3.20 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.7" x 9.8" x 11.0"

Customer Reviews

An excellent look and sampling of Civil War-era food

Mr. Davis has compiled an excellent and beautiful book of the recipes of an anguished time. You will certainly get a taste of the simple foods that so many families relied on when there was little to be had. Whether you are a reenactor or a food history buff, this book will take you into the kitchens of the homes and armies of the Civil War.