DUNCAN HINES' FOOD ODYSSEY Gastronomical Memoir SIGNED 1955 Hardcover 1st Ed

Title: Duncan Hines' Food OdysseyThis book has been signed by the author Duncan Hines on the dedication page. Author: Duncan HinesPublisher: Thomas Y. Crowell Company, New YorkCopyright Date and Edition: 1955, possible first edition / first printingPages: 274 pagesFormat, Size: Hardcover (lacks dust jacket), 5 3/4" by 8 1/2"Language: EnglishIllustrations: noneSigned by the author Duncan Hines, hardcover volume (lacks dust jacket). "This likely first edition gastronomical memoir published in 1955 is the story of 'how America’s authority on good eating discovered the best food in the USA.'  Duncan Hines (1880--1959) may be best known for the cake mixes that bear his name, but most people forget that he was a real person and not just a fictitious figure invented for the brand. America's pioneer restaurant critic, Hines discovered his passion while working as a traveling salesman during the 1920's and 1930's.  He traveled across America discovering restaurants and offering his recommendations to readers....""Duncan Hines educated America about food — years before he turned his appreciation of fine food into an international corporation. This is his story in his own words. Includes numerous authentic recipes and an index of restaurants."Condition: Fair, acceptable used condition, coming from a smoke-free, pet-free environment. Binding intact, pages complete and intact (no writing except for Mr. Hines's signature on the dedication page, pages and text block have much age toning, foxing to text blocks and page edges, discoloration on inside cover and end pages), covers have much general wear (corner, edge and spine wear, age toning, soiling and some moisture marks to covers, fading). Lacks dust jacket. Shipping: Domestic winner pays 2 pounds Media Mail shipping -- which includes DELIVERY CONFIRMATION. No international shipping.Payment: Payment must be received within 4 days of auction close.  Refunds: After communicating with the seller, buyer may return the item (shipped using identical method as originally sent with delivery confirmation/insurance) for a refund.PLEASE CHECK MY OTHER AUCTIONS and combine shipping.  Please e-mail me for combined shipping options and rates. Thanks!