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Revised and updated, this edition takes the basic advice which Mrs Beeton provided in her original book which was published over 120 years ago and makes it relevant for today. This edition has been prepared by reference to the first edition and many recipes lost in the intervening years have been restored and modernized. All the recipes are clear, practical and reliable and easy to use. It contains over 2000 tried and tested recipes for every occasion. Practical advice is given on using the freezer and microwave to best effect and line drawings make any special technique easy to follow. The household management section offers practical advice on today's lifestyle with guidance on finding help in the home, cleaning, laundry, finding out about the law and social customs.