Event Lectures and Symposia First, Catch a Trout: Exploring 19th and 20th Century U.S. Community Cookbooks

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Part of National Book Festival ; 2024 National Book Festival

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Fundraising cookbooks, affectionately referred to as community cookbooks, serve as a rich source beyond mere recipes. They capture a glimpse into culture, society and history. Join Library of Congress culinary specialist for a tour through the Library's collection of digitized U.S. community cookbooks from the 19th and 20th centuries.

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