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Mastering the Art of French Cooking

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Cookbooks Non-Fiction Classics

by Julia Child, Simone Beck, Louisette Bertholle

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4.33 (34.1K ratings)
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description 752 pages

Mastering the Art of French Cooking by Julia Child, Simone Beck, Louisette Bertholle holds a highly rated rating of 4.33 out of 5, based on 34.1K reader ratings. First published in 1961. The book spans 752 pages.

About Mastering the Art of French Cooking

For over fifty years, New York Times bestseller Mastering the Art of French Cooking has been the definitive book on the subject for American readers. Featuring 524 delicious recipes, in its pages home cooks will find something for everyone, from seasoned experts to beginners who love good food and long to reproduce the savory delights of French cuisine, from historic Gallic masterpieces to the seemingly artless perfection of a dish of spring-green peas. Here Julia Child, Simone Beck, and Louisette Bertholle break down the classic foods of France into a logical sequence of themes and variations rather than presenting an endless and diffuse catalogue of dishes. Throughout, the focus is on key recipes that form the backbone of French cookery and lend themselves to an infinite number of elaborations--bound to increase anyone's culinary repertoire. With over 100 instructive illustrations to guide readers every step of the way, Mastering the Art of French Cooking deserves a place of honor in every kitchen in America.

Detail Value
Author Julia Child, Simone Beck, Louisette Bertholle
Published 1961
Pages 752
Genres Cookbooks, Non-Fiction, Classics
Average Rating 4.33 / 5.00
Total Ratings 34,055

Reader Ratings & Analysis

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34.1K ratings
With a rating of 4.33, Mastering the Art of French Cooking is rated above the global average of 4.17. Compared to its genre average of 4.01, it performs above expectations.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What genre is Mastering the Art of French Cooking?

Mastering the Art of French Cooking is categorized as Cookbooks, Non-Fiction, Classics. Its primary genre classification is Classics.

Is Mastering the Art of French Cooking worth reading?

Based on 34.1K reader ratings, Mastering the Art of French Cooking has an average score of 4.33 out of 5.00, which is considered "Highly Rated."

How many pages is Mastering the Art of French Cooking?

Mastering the Art of French Cooking has 752 pages. It is a longer read suited for dedicated readers.

Who wrote Mastering the Art of French Cooking?

Mastering the Art of French Cooking was written by Julia Child, Simone Beck, Louisette Bertholle. It was first published in 1961.

What is the ISBN for Mastering the Art of French Cooking?

The ISBN-13 for Mastering the Art of French Cooking is 9780375413410.0.

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