Vintage Baking & Dessert Cookbook Lot

This collection of six vintage culinary titles offers a nostalgic journey through the evolution of American baking and dessert-making. The lot is anchored by a 1964 edition of the Ladies Home Journal Dessert Cookbook, a mid-century staple that provides a comprehensive look at the sophisticated sweets of the era. Complementing this is a selection of brand-focused and thematic volumes, including two Duncan Hines titles that showcase the creative potential of classic cake mixes. From the ring-bound utility of the 1982 Baking with American Dash to the specialized 1971 Country Cooking guide for pies, this set covers everything from quick family treats to heritage-style crusts and early morning coffee pairings.
Includes:

1. 2002 Duncan Hines Cake Mix Magic Cookbook, Hardcover. Measures 91/2" by 7". 192 pages. Very good condition.
2. 1964 Ladies Home Journal Dessert Cookbook, Hardcover. Measures 10 1/2" by 7". 280 pages. Good condition. dust cover is in used condition. There is writing on the cover page and some yellowing in the book.
3. 1999 The Great Big Cookie Book, Softcover. 256 pages. Good condition. Front cover is bending.
4. 1982 Duncan Hines Baking with American Dash, Hardcover Ring Binder. 234 pages. Very good condition.
5. 1971 Great Country Cooking Pies You'll be Proud of. 96 pages. Good condition.
6. 1994 Wake Up and Smell the Coffee, Softcover. 254 pages. Very good condition.

These books are an ideal addition to a Country and Farmhouse kitchen, where their varied spines and storied histories add instant character to open shelving. While the 1964 volume shows its journey with a well-loved dust jacket and original owner inscriptions, the interior remains a treasure trove of historical recipes. The mix of softcover and hardcover formats makes this a tactile and functional library for a modern baker looking to master the art of the cookie or the perfect fruit pie. They serve as both practical kitchen companions and a visual archive of how domestic baking has been celebrated throughout the decades.

This items are vintage.. All measurements are close but approximate. I measure in quarter inches.