Mastering the Art of French Cooking: Volume I & II

New York: Alfred A. Knopf. First Edition. Near Fine/Very Good. Two volumes, both are first edition (stated), first printings. Volume I is Signed by Julia Child and her husband Paul on the half-title page and inscribed to a former owner; Volume II is signed by Julia Child on the half-title page and inscribed to a former owner. Near Fine with light soiling, former owner's inkless emboss to front free endpaper and light spotting to red topstain. In a Very Good unclipped dust jacket with light general wear and several short tears, several small pieces of tape and tape residue to blank verso. Volume II is Fine in a Near Fine unclipped dust jacket with light wear, toning to spine with light wear at spine ends and a small chip near the foot. A lovely pair. (Inventory #: 140941090)