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Woman's Day magazine was a popular American women's magazine that began publication in 1937. It was known for its practical advice, recipes, and lifestyle content, often targeting a homemaker audience. The "Encyclopedia of Cookery" series was a comprehensive collection of recipes and cooking techniques published by Woman's Day, likely released in volumes over several years to cover a wide range of culinary topics. This particular volume, "Vol. 6," focuses on specific cuisines and dishes, as indicated by the titles listed around the cover, such as "Ham Cook Book," "Jewish Cookery," and "Indian Cookery." These types of encyclopedic cookbooks were common in the mid-20th century, serving as essential references in many home kitchens. The glossy cover photograph of a prepared dish was a typical marketing and aesthetic choice for cookbooks of that era, aiming to entice readers with appealing food imagery.