Martha’s Iconic First Book, ‘Entertaining,' Is Hitting Shelves Again After 43 Years

Throughout her career, Martha has written 100 books (and counting!). Each one showcases her expertise across cooking and baking, gardening, organizing, and entertaining. Martha's first book, Entertaining, was published in 1982 and is now a rare find. Acquiring this classic requires winning a bidding war on eBay or stumbling upon a preowned copy from family members. Martha fans will now have a much easier time getting their hands on this tome—Entertaining is hitting bookshelves again this year.

Two documentaries about Martha have fueled a surge of popularity among younger generations: The Many Lives of decorvow on CNN and Martha on Netflix. Both documentaries offer an inside look at Martha's rise, passion, and the empire she built. While these younger fans weren't part of the beginning of her journey, they're inspired by her entrepreneurial spirit, business savvy, and creative work.

This fascination with Martha has led Crown Publishing Group to issue a reprint of the iconic Entertaining, which will return to shelves this October, according to The New York Times. The reissue will include the original content and layouts of the first edition. The publisher does not plan on refreshing the book, aside from printing it on higher-quality paper.

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Entertaining launched Martha's career and solidified her as a household name. The book is a comprehensive guide to entertaining, featuring everything from planning tips to recipes perfectly suited for each occasion. With the reprint, Martha is cementing her legacy for current fans and generations to come.