Whether you&rsquo;re entertaining garden sprites, feeding a regiment of toy soldiers, or simply whiling away a lazy afternoon, <i>Mud Pies and Other Recipes</i> is the only make-believe cookbook you&rsquo;ll ever need. With Marjorie Winslow&rsquo;s timeless guide on hand, you&rsquo;ll never be at a loss for something to do in your backyard or by the seashore; you&rsquo;ll be busy scooping up sand (a filling for Stuffed Sea Shells), hunting for flower petals (they make lovely hors d&rsquo;oeuvres), and collecting raindrops (essential for brewing up Fried Water). The book is organized by course, and includes a general discussion of yard cookery along with detailed ingredient lists, methods for preparation, and helpful serving suggestions. And on every page, Erik Blegvad&rsquo;s delightful pen-and-ink drawings ensure that <i>Mud Pies and Other Recipes </i>is a feast for the eyes as well as the imagination.