The Accomplish'd Housewife; or, the Gentlewoman's Companion.

London: Printed for J. Newbury and B. Collins, 1748.

12mo, [pi]1, A-Z6, Aa-Pp6, [in signatures Hh-Ll, the first two leaves are unsigned, the third signed as usual, and the fifth leaf is signed (for example) *Hh3]; two engraved sheets with handwriting samples by Bickham, text woodcuts; bound in speckled calf with gilt decorations, somewhat worn, 6 1/2 x 3 3/4 in.

Rare, only one copy listed in ESTC, at the Lilly Library; ESTC N29479; http://estc.bl.uk/N29479; no copies at auction.

This rare compendium contains recipes for food and drink, instructions on table setting, and other household tips, preparations, and remedies.