Pasta Classica

London: JOHN MURRAY, 1989. Revised Edition. Hardcover. Red cloth covered boards. Fine, in fine dust wrapper. 160 pages. 26 x 26 cm. Signed by the author on the front free end paper. Billed as "a celebration of Italy's most beloved food", author Julia della Croce takes us on a culinary journey into the world of pasta. Includes a history on the foodstuff's creation and development over the centuries, guides to selecting the right kinds of pasta and sauces, and plenty of easy-to-follow authentic Italian recipes for the home chef. Illustrated throughout. Interior and boards clean. Dust wrapper clean. Covered in protective mylar.