This is a wonderful book that has so many tempting recipes and practical advice on everything from finding storage space and setting up a pantry to properly storing and preserving foods. I am just a beginner in canning and preserving, and I find the instructions to be so easy and thorough. Flavored vinegars, cooking oils, Wimpy's hamburger relish, and mushroom ketchup (it's not what you may think!) are just some of the tasty recipes you'll find in this book. I found this book at a local used bookstore and paid only $8.00 for a hardcover in new condition, including the dust jacket. I don't think it was even cracked open, what a shame! Since this book is out of print, it is worth it to check out used bookstores or garage sales in your area, you may be able to find a great deal. I enjoy this book and one of her other titles, Better Than Store-Bought, so much I've purchased one extra copy of each to give as gifts.