My cookbook arrived by mail nicely packed. I was so excited to receive it. I recently purchased a slow cooker, a 4 quart. Made beans in it and theycame out so delicious. I have been doing our beans in the pressure cooker. They cannot compare to the slow cooker. I also had an old slowcooker in the basement and when I needed a larger one I brought it up. 5 1/2 quart. I have several cookbooks for slow cooking but when I saw that Icould purchase one from Campbells from 2004 I ordered it immediately. I am so happy I did.. Measures about 8 1/2 x 11.and in full color The book is light to hold and a delight to use. I don't know why, but I like the older cookbooks. Course that could be due to my age (82). As soon as I make one of the recipes I will write and let all know how it turned out.Exactly as described. Perfect for my single 90 year old dad.purchased this book to provide as a prize for a school fundraiser. I have NOT used any of the recipes in the book. However, I have browsed through the book and the pictures are wonderful. The recipes appear to be simple and presented well. They are easy to read, and best of all, the book lies flat on the counter....which is very important while working in the kitchen.I purchased this cookbook (I don't normally purchase cookbooks) because I bought a fairly expensive Kitchen Aid slow cooker. It's a big slow cooker, and I needed recipes for the cooker. I have tried several of the recipes and they were really tasty and hearty meals. I was surprised how good the recipes came out. I haven't used a slow cooker in 20 years, so I needed a refresher course in how to use one. This has some great recipes and as said, each one I've tried has turned out really good.not a big book, but several things in it were quick and easythe book is well written and nice color picturesspiral bound editions can be a bore and I don't regret buying it but recipes are a very personal choice.Good thing it didnt cozt muchDelicious !