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Very Good / Collectible. (Minor shelf wear to edges, pages are crisp and white, signature is bold and clear.)Item Description:The \"Sparerib Summit\" Heritage - A Piece of White House Press HistoryUp for sale is a rare, signed 1965 first edition of Walter Jetton’s LBJ Barbecue Cook Book. This isn\'t just a collection of recipes; it is a primary artifact of President Lyndon B. Johnson’s famous \"BBQ Diplomacy\" at the LBJ Ranch in Stone wall, Texas.The Signature:
This copy is personally signed on the title page by A.R. \"Nick\" Gearhart, the legendary KHOU-TV (Houston) journalist. Gearhart was a key member of the Texas press corps who famously covered the LBJ Ranch during the 1960s. He was present for the historic press barbecues where Walter Jetton (the \"Barbecue King\") served the very recipes found in this book.Why This Copy is Special:* Provenance: Most copies are unsigned. This one connects the book directly to the journalists who were physically at the ranch with the President.* Historical Recipes: Includes the authentic LBJ Barbecue Sauce, Texas Pinto Beans, and Potato Salad served to world leaders and the press.* Vintage Aesthetic: Features the iconic mid-century orange and black illustrations by Paul Bacon.Book Details:* Author: Walter Jetton with Arthur Whitman* Publisher: Pocket Book Special (1965)* Format: Oblong Paperback* Notable Content: Foreword by LBJ; recipes for \"The Family Reunion\" and \"The Working Press\" meals.Shipping:
Ships fast and secure via USPS Media Mail. Packed well to preserve the spine.
