Marlborough: His Life and Times
Harrap, London, 1958, hardcover. The two volume edition was first published in 1947. It is unabridged and contains the full text of the original 4 volume work. Completely reset in smaller type on thinner paper, the books are 1052 and 1080 pages. All the maps and plans are retained, but the plates are not. The binding is attractive and similar to the first edition with the arms gilt on the covers and bold gilt titles on the spine. Top edges stained burgundy in a shade close to the cloth. Books are crsip, unworn, gift inscription dated Christmas 1958 on endpapers. Page edges even, top edges faded to pale pink. Dustwrappers are unclipped, spines tanned, small losses at ends of joints. (A40d.4). Item #35416
ISBN: B00CJL9H5C
Price: $120.00