Isabella Mary Beeton ( maiden name Mayson ; 12 March 1836 â `` 6 February 1865 ) , known around the world as Mrs Beeton , was the English author of Mrs Beeton 's Book of Household Management , and is one of the most famous cookbook writers . Isabella Mary Beeton ( nÃ e Mayson ) ( 12 March 1836 â `` 6 February 1865 ) , universally known as Mrs Beeton , was the English author of Mrs Beeton 's Book of Household Management , and is one of the most famous cookery writers .