author
L. P. Hubbard
Remembered today mainly for a single charming cookbook, this little-known American writer is linked to one of the most delightful early-1900s books made for young readers in the kitchen. The work blends simple recipes with a warm, playful tone that still feels inviting more than a century later.
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A Little Book for A Little Cook
by L. P. Hubbard
About the author
L. P. Hubbard is the credited author of A Little Book for A Little Cook, a cookbook first published in the early 1900s and now preserved by Project Gutenberg and LibriVox. Reliable biographical information about the writer is scarce, and public library-style sources identify the name with the dates 1840–1932.
What can be confirmed from the surviving record is that this author is associated with a book that introduces cooking in a friendly, approachable way for children and beginners. Its lasting appeal comes from its simplicity: short recipes, clear instructions, and a cheerful style that makes the kitchen feel welcoming rather than intimidating.
Because so little personal information is readily documented, the author remains somewhat elusive today. In a way, that adds to the book's charm—the work has outlasted the details of its maker, continuing to reach modern readers through public-domain editions and audiobook recordings.