As with most catalogues, the entries do not reflect the complete collection, so call if you are looking for something not listed. By far the most beautiful catalogue with its high-gloss cover and reproductions throughout the text, this looks more like a magazine than a bookseller's list. A number of books are rare. The lists are alphabetical by author, descriptions are ample and some quite lengthy. Prices are quoted in pounds sterling, but Ms. Seeber accepts payment by credit card including Mastercard and Visa.
Acanthus carries facsimilies and unabridged reprints of antique cookbooks.
They have a very extensive inventory and are happy to search for any title you desire. Send an email to the above address for an updated catalogue. If you are as fascinated by food history as I am, this is a must-have catalogue. Joseph Carlin's collection consists of facsimiles and reprints of historically important books, studies of foodways and culture and other scholarly works. It is particularly strong on the medieval period.