Dear Mr. Jefferson...

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Dear Mr. Jefferson,

                I have always taken fascination in the culinary arts and I happen to adore French cuisine.  I have heard countless reviews of your astonishing collection of books; In fact, I was hoping to have the privilege of borrowing one.  I am interested in “Le Parfait Boulanger” or “The Perfect Baker” by Antoine Augustin Parmentier.  Although the book would require a large amount of translation, I have been told that it would teach me to cook breads and French pastries to perfection.

                As a little girl, I couldn’t help but smile when I was told I would get to visit my grandmother.  Although we rarely saw each other, we maintained our long distance relationship as well as we could.  On holidays, I would visit her home and bake with her for the entire family.  My grandmother was very talented, whether she admitted it or not, and was known for her recipes that were “to die for”.  As I have grown older, I have been searching for a new recipe that we could bake together.  We have both always wanted to try baking something of the French origin.  My grandmother always told me that, “nothing can ever be truly perfect...you can always make it better,” but I am determined to prove her wrong! 

It will be a challenge to surpass my grandmother’s cooking; however, I know that with this book, we could create something truly amazing together.  I would be ever so grateful if you would allow me to obtain this book to continue creating lasting memories with her.

Thank you for your time and consideration,

Rebecca Cardwell