A Collection of Works on Oysters

Various

Published by Parnassus Imprints; Ten Speed Prints; Quiller Press et al 1965-1995, Orleans; Berkeley; London, 1965

About this Item

A bright collection of first edition titles exploring oysters - historically, scientifically and culinarily. First editions.This set comprises ten volumes exploring the world of oysters, including their histories, characteristics, literary references and recipes.With illustrations throughout the texts of majority of these volumes.Including the following titles:'A Passion for Oysters: The Art of Eating and Enjoying' by Shirly Line (1995) 'Oysters and Champagne: Choice Morsels from Wheeler"s Review' Edited by Pat Davis (1986) First edition of this anthology of articles, vignettes and anecdotes from Wheeler's Review. 'The Oysters of Locmariaquer' by Eleanor Clark (1965) - A vivid account of the cultivation of Belon oysters and an excursion into the myths, legends, and rich, vibrant history of Brittany. 'The Oyster Collection' by Ann Granat (1985) 'Consider the Oyster' by M F K Fisher (1988) - A delightful book of essays that deals in the history, preparation and eating ofoysters. 'Oysters with Love' by John Rydon (1968) 'The English, the French and the Oyster' by Robert Neild (1995) - Observes how the British neglected the oyster to the point of near extinction and how the French conserved them. 'The Compleat Clammer' by Christopher R. Reaske (1986) Second printing. Describes the tools and techniques used to gather clams, oysters, mussels and scallops. 'Oysters: A Connoisseur"s Guide and Cookbook' by Lonnie Williams and Karen Warner (1990) 'Oysters: A Culinary Celebration' by Joan Reardon and Ruth Ebling (1984) In the original cloth bindings except for 'Consider the Oyster' (paperback) and 'The Oyster Collection' (laminated boards). Cloth bound volumes are complete with the original dust wrappers, unclipped except for 'Passion for Oysters'. Externally, excellent, with only minor shelf wear. Dust wrappers to 'Oysters with Love' and 'Oysters of Locmariaquer' are edge worn and slightly scuffed. 'A Culinary Celebration' has a couple 2" closed tears to the rear. Wrappers to remainder of set are excellent, with only minor edge wear. Internally, firmly bound. Pages are generally bright and clean through the set. With offsetting to the front free endpaper of 'Oysters of Locmariaquer' and 'Oysters with Love'. Contemporary ink inscription to the front endpaper of 'Oysters and Champagne'. Near Fine.

Seller Inventory # 961Y41

Bibliographic Details

• Title: A Collection of Works on Oysters
• Publisher: Parnassus Imprints; Ten Speed Prints; Quiller Press et al 1965-1995, Orleans; Berkeley; London
• Publication Date: 1965
• Binding: Cloth
• Illustrator: Not Stated
• Edition: First edition.
• Condition: Near Fine
• Dust Jacket Condition: Near Fine
• Book Type: book
• Seller catalogs:
  • Cookery