Originally published in 1915, this is a practical household guide written 'for housewives by housewives'. This book is absolutely packed with advice and hints that will still be of much practical use today. Many of the earliest books, particularly those dating back to the 1900s and before, are now extremely scarce and increasingly expensive. Vintage Cookery Books are republishing these classic works in affordable, high quality, modern editions, using the original text and artwork. Contents Include Soups Fish Dinner Dishes Vegetable Cookery Pastry and Puddings Sweets and Creams Savouries Breakfast Dishes Cold Meat Cookery Invalid Cookery Cakes and Candies Sauces, Pickles, and Preserves Beverages Cookery Crumbs Bread, Buns, and Tea-Cakes Notes for The Home Doctor Care of Clothes Household Hints and Helps for the Housewife Nursery Notes Toilet Hints What a Housewife Ought to know