A History of the English-Speaking Peoples, 4 vols.
Cassell., London, 1956-58, 1st editions, hardcover. The first English edition of Churchill’s classic four volume history is much to be preferred over the American issue. The 4 books are vol. I The Birth of Britain, vol. II The New World, vol. III The Age of Revolution, and vol. IV The Great Democracies. Bound in smooth dark red cloth with gilt titles, each volume 6 x 9.5 inches, top edges stained red, lots of maps and diagrams, but no photos. Books are all correct first printings, in tight unworn bindings, no names in vols I-II-III, owner name in vol IV. No markings within. Foredges all white and free of spotting, Top page edges on vols I-II-III faded to pink. Dustwrappers are all correct firsts, vol IV is price clipped. Spines of jackets are dulled with wear at ends, some small losses and a piece 14 x 8 mm gone at top of vol.III spine. (A138a). Item #35186
ISBN: B004ZA8W4M
Price: $250.00