82 pp. Yellow wrappers lettered in black. First Edition. No. 3452 of a limited edition. New Orleans: The Gourmets' Company, 1942.

A fascinating and deeply researched work which describes the aphrodisiac properties of herbs, spices, beverages, chocolate, truffles, and a variety of dishes, as well as perfumes. Nearly 200 historical recipes originating from many countries and taken from important books. Mild soiling to wrappers, otherwise very good; scarce.

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