Australian Convict Recipe Book

This charming cookbook offers a taste of colonial Tasmanian history with 150 practical recipes from the era, accompanied by historic photographs, convict rules and rations, and the full, unabridged story of Bessie Baldwin, the convict cook who served Governor Sir John Franklin. Published in 1998, this softcover book spans 72 pages and is richly illustrated with black-and-white historic photos, bringing the culinary past of Tasmania to life. Perfect for history enthusiasts and culinary adventurers alike, this book provides a fascinating glimpse into the kitchens of colonial Tasmania.