Irma S. Rombauer books in order
American cookbook author
- Lived
- 1877–1962
- Country
- United States
- Books
- 6
Irma S. Rombauer published 5 non-fiction books and 1 children's book, beginning with The Joy of Cooking (1931).
Updated September 2026
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The Joy of Cooking
Irma S. Rombauer's most-read book.
Non-fiction in order
The Joy of Cooking (1931)
The Joy of Cooking Christmas Cookies (1996)
Joy of Cooking, Great Chicken Dishes (1999)
Quick Weeknight Meals (1999)
All About Vegetarian Cooking (Joy of Cooking) (2001)
Children's books in order
A Cookbook for Girls and Boys (1946)
About Irma S. Rombauer
Irma Rombauer was an American cookbook author, best known for The Joy of Cooking (1931), one of the world's most widely read cookbooks. Following Irma Rombauer's death, periodic revisions of the book were carried out by her daughter, Marion Rombauer Becker, and subsequently by Marion's son Ethan Becker. The Joy of Cooking remains in print, edited by members of the Rombauer–Becker family, and more than 18 million copies have been sold.
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Irma S. Rombauer FAQ
- How many books has Irma S. Rombauer written?
- Irma S. Rombauer published 5 non-fiction books and 1 children's book that we list, as of September 2026.
- What order should I read Irma S. Rombauer's books in?
- Publication order is a safe choice; the full list is above. Most readers start with The Joy of Cooking.
- What is Irma S. Rombauer's last book?
- The Joy of Cooking (1931).
- What is Irma S. Rombauer's most famous book?
- The Joy of Cooking (1931) is Irma S. Rombauer's most widely read book.
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Sources: book lists and dates from Wikidata and Open Library, ratings from Open Library readers. Last updated September 2026.