1914
1919, First Edition. London : Constable and Co. Good copy in contemporary gilt-blocked blue cloth boards, now edgeworn and stained, particularly to the rear. Spine sun-toned and faded, with endbands rubbed. Front hinge starting. Text block sound, with scattered faint foxing and some sparse ink annotations (chiefly underlining). Folded maps remain crisp and in very good condition. Despite its faults, a well-preserved example. Item #471198
Physical description; xiii, 413, [1] pages : 3 folded maps (in pocket) ; 24 cm. Notes; Preface in French, signed: F. Foch, maréchal de France. Includes index. Subjects; World War, 1914-1918 – Campaigns – Western Front. Ypres, 1st Battle of (Ieper, Belgium, 1914). British expeditionary force. Retreat from Mons. Battle of the Marne. Battle of the Aisne. Siege and fall of Antwerp. Territorial army. 20th century. Belgium. France. Military history. Memoirs.
Price: €65.00