Vintage 1961 Julia Child French Cooking Classic Knopf 2nd Printing Hardcover USA

Early Printing of the legendary Mastering the Art of French Cooking—this is the Vintage 1961 Knopf 2nd Printing, published just one month after the first edition. Authored by Julia Child, Simone Beck, and Louisette Bertholle, this French Cooking Classic helped revolutionize American kitchens. A true Julia Child Collectible, this hardcover edition features the iconic turquoise and red patterned boards. A rare find and staple for any serious cookbook collection or design-forward kitchen display. Features: • Knopf second printing, dated November 1961 • Original 1961 release with famed midcentury cloth cover • 684 pages of detailed French recipes and techniques Condition: Pre-Owned Good Interior is clean and with no writing or tears. Includes charming vintage bookplate from previous owner on fly page. Spine and boards show light shelf wear typical of age. Styling Tips: • Display on open shelving for instant vintage kitchen charm. • Gift to a foodie or culinary student to inspire classic technique. • Stack with copper or ceramic kitchenware for a cozy French vignette.