(Hardback)

A mother comforts a child about her special fears concerning dogs, thunder, snakes, and other things.

(Paperback)

From old friends like chickpeas and pintos to rediscovered heirloom beans like rattlesnake beans and teparies, from green beans and fresh shell beans to peanuts, lentils, and peas, this cookbook focuses on beans. It offers over 200 recipes along with information, kitchen wisdom, lore, anecdotes, and a zest for good food and good times.