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Bibliographic Detail
Publisher
Rizzoli Intl Pubns
Publication date
May 17, 2005
Pages
275
Binding
Hardcover
Book category
Adult Non-Fiction
ISBN-13
9780847827138
ISBN-10
0847827135
Dimensions
1 by 6.50 by 9.50 in.
Weight
1.20 lbs.
Availability§
Publisher Out of Stock Indefinitely
Original list price
$26.00
§As reported by publisher
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Summaries and Reviews
Summary
America's leading hostess of the mid-twentieth century presents a host of her favorite tips on entertaining in a new edition of the classic handbook, first published in 1956, presenting a wide variety of recipes, practical advice and suggestions, words of wisdom, and tips on how to overcome potential disasters. 10,000 first printing.
Amazon.com description: Product Description: Whether itâs time for high camp or high tea, celebrated dishes or celebrity dish, Miss Maxwell delivers tips on entertaining that are entertainment enough in this classic, camp period piece, as relevant today to hosts and hostesses as it was when it was originally published in 1956. The ultimate book on entertaining, How to Do It dishes on what to do about bachelors as guests, not inviting the family, uncomfortable greetings, âinebriates,â and countless other factors that could potentially prevent your party from being This Yearâs Important Affair.
Want to give a party? Darling, the cocktail party is so over. Miss Maxwell shares her secrets to livening up your soiree, from scavenger hunts to tea parties in the afternoon. The party bible for hostesses who canât stand another humdrum fete: How to Do It includes recipes (among others, dishes such as âAndalusian Gazpacho à la Joan Fontaineâ and âCole Porterâs Cherry Compoteâ), advice (Steer clear of bores. Really.), and trouble-shooting potential disasters (your guest is dominating the conversationâyouâll need to stop him now!). Donât even contemplate entertaining without Miss Maxwellâs help.
Want to give a party? Darling, the cocktail party is so over. Miss Maxwell shares her secrets to livening up your soiree, from scavenger hunts to tea parties in the afternoon. The party bible for hostesses who canât stand another humdrum fete: How to Do It includes recipes (among others, dishes such as âAndalusian Gazpacho à la Joan Fontaineâ and âCole Porterâs Cherry Compoteâ), advice (Steer clear of bores. Really.), and trouble-shooting potential disasters (your guest is dominating the conversationâyouâll need to stop him now!). Donât even contemplate entertaining without Miss Maxwellâs help.
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Hardcover
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from Rizzoli Intl Pubns (May 17, 2005)
9780847827138 | details & prices | 275 pages | 6.50 × 9.50 × 1.00 in. | 1.20 lbs | List price $26.00
About: America's leading hostess of the mid-twentieth century presents her favorite tips on entertaining, providing a wide variety of recipes, practical advice and suggestions, words of wisdom, and tips on how to overcome potential disasters.
About: America's leading hostess of the mid-twentieth century presents her favorite tips on entertaining, providing a wide variety of recipes, practical advice and suggestions, words of wisdom, and tips on how to overcome potential disasters.
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