This listing features a lot of two cookbooks. The first one, 'The New Art of Modern Cooking', is published by General Electric Kitchen Institute in 1937 (Edition 570 - 1505). The author is unstated. The second cookbook, 'Electric Cooking: The Key to Modern Living', is from Hotpoint Appliances, copyrighted in the 1940s with an unstated edition and also has an unknown author. These cookbooks are in good condition. They show mild shelf and edge - wear at corners and on the spiral binding, as seen in the photos. The text block has darkened with age, but it doesn't affect readability. The books are tightly bound, with clear text, tables, and illustrations.
These cookbooks are great resources for anyone interested in vintage cooking. To use them, simply flip through the pages to find the recipes that interest you. When reading, be gentle with the pages as they've aged and might be a bit fragile. If you plan to cook from them, place a bookmark at the page of the recipe so you can easily find your way back. To maintain these cookbooks, store them in a dry and cool place away from direct sunlight. This will prevent further darkening of the pages and keep the binding intact. Also, avoid getting any food or liquid on them while you're cooking to preserve their condition.
