Piemonte in Bocca (Le Cucine Regionali d'Italia)

This is a vintage trade paperback copy of 'Piemonte in Bocca', part of the acclaimed 'Le Cucine Regionali d'Italia' (The Regional Cuisines of Italy) series, specifically Volume 10. The book features a trilingual format with text provided in the local Piedmontese dialect, standard Italian, and English, making it a valuable resource for both culinary historians and linguists. The cover art is a distinguishing feature, showcasing a colorful, whimsical caricature in a late-18th-century style, depicting a portly gentleman in a green coat and striped stockings enjoying food and drink. The illustration is signed by the artist (likely Bruna Pozzi or similar series illustrator). Physically, the book appears to be a standard medium-sized paperback with a salmon or terracotta-colored border. In terms of condition, the front cover shows minor surface wear, slight bending at the corners, and a visible glint suggesting a laminated or glossy finish. The pages beneath show some light edge wear consistent with a 1970s or 1980s publication date. The craftsmanship is typical of high-quality Italian cultural publications of that era, known for their specific focus on folklore alongside recipes. This series is well-regarded for preserving regional heritage through traditional gastronomy.