The Williams-Sonoma Cookbook and Guide to Kitchenware, Chuck Williams, 1986 First Edition

A 1986 first edition of The Williams-Sonoma Cookbook and Guide to Kitchenware by Chuck Williams, published by Random House. It is a hardcover book with its original, unclipped dust jacket, which still shows the original $19.95 price. The book combines a guide to kitchen equipment with a collection of recipes. The first section explains different types of cookware, baking equipment, knives, utensils, and other kitchen tools. The recipe section covers a variety of dishes, including soups, salads, main courses, and desserts. Throughout the book are black-and-white illustrations of kitchen equipment and full-color photographs of prepared dishes. This is a useful cookbook for anyone interested in traditional cooking, kitchen equipment, or the history of Williams-Sonoma. The Williams-Sonoma Cookbook and Guide to Kitchenware was published by Random House in 1986. This copy is identified as a First Edition on the copyright page.

Size:
Length: 9½ inches
Width: 7¾ inches

Condition — Very Good
Dust Jacket:
The original dust jacket is intact, with no rips or tears. It shows shelf wear, edge and corner wear, and noticeable surface rubbing, particularly on the black areas. No visible staining was found. The jacket is not price-clipped and retains its original $19.95 price.
Cover:
The rust-colored cloth cover is clean, with an embossed design on the front. The gold lettering on the spine remains bright and complete. There is some edge and corner wear, but the dust jacket has protected the cover well.
Spine and Binding:
The binding is tight and secure, with no loose or missing pages. The book opens and lies flat comfortably.
Pages:
All pages are clean, with no writing, marks, or stains. There is only very light age-related coloring. The pages retain their crispness, and the color photographs remain bright. Please review the photographs, as they show the actual book and are part of the description.

A Little History
Chuck Williams founded Williams-Sonoma in Sonoma, California, in 1956. His store became known for introducing American home cooks to European cookware and specialized kitchen equipment that was not commonly available in American stores at the time. Williams believed that good kitchen equipment and an understanding of how to use it were important parts of cooking. That approach is reflected in this cookbook, which provides information about kitchen tools alongside recipes. The Williams-Sonoma Cookbook and Guide to Kitchenware was published by Random House in 1986. This copy is identified as a First Edition on the copyright page.

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