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Description
A Fascinating Window into 1910s Domestic Science
Up for sale is a well-preserved 1919 first edition of Housewifery: A Manual and Text Book of Practical Housekeeping by Lydia Ray Balderston. Part of the esteemed Lippincott's Home Manuals series, this volume was written by a leading expert of the era: Lydia Ray Balderston, who served as an Instructor in Housewifery and Laundering at Teachers College, Columbia University.
This book is a comprehensive guide to the "practical housekeeping" standards of the early 20th century. It offers a unique look at the evolution of home management, from labor-saving appliances to traditional laundering techniques taught at the university level.
Condition Notes:
• Cover: The original tan cloth binding features the classic Lippincott series design and illustration. There is some minor shelf wear, including slight bumping at the corners and the top/bottom of the spine.
• Spine: Structurally sound and readable, with the original gold/black lettering.
• Interior: The copyright page confirms the 1919 date. Pages show natural age-toning but appear crisp and intact.
• Overall: A solid, collectible copy for fans of vintage cookbooks, home economics history, or antique schoolbooks.
Seller's Note
This book is a true time capsule! Whether you're a historian or just want to see how "The Business of the Household" was conducted a century ago, this is a perfect addition to your library.
Shipping: Will be packed securely to ensure this piece of history arrives safely.
