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Cloth. Condición: Very Good. None Ilustrador. First edition. A very scarce, first English edition of Houssaye"s detailed chronicle of Waterloo, handsomely bound red cloth, and complete with three fold-out colour campaign maps. In the publisher's original red cloth binding with gilt blind-stamp decoration.This volume is the first English appearance of Houssaye"s classic Waterloo study, translated from the 31st French edition. First edition, thus.This edition features three fold-out colour maps illustrating the general theatre from Charleroi to Brussels, the troop dispositions for Ligny and Quatre-Bras, and the Waterloo battlefield at midday on 18 June. Collated, complete.This is a full-length, meticulously sourced study of the Waterloo phase of Napoleon"s Hundred Days, beginning with the 15 June frontier crossings and ending with the French retreat on 19 June. His aim was to present an hour-by-hour narrative while defending several controversial French decisions, notably those of Ney and Grouchy. Historians such as Peter Hofschröer and John Hussey still cite him for French staff figures and timings. In the publisher's original cloth binding. Externally, very smart. Slight discolouration to perimeters of boards and spine. Rubbing and bumping to extremities, resulting in slight loss to cloth at head and tail of spine. The odd slight handling mark to boards, and scattered spots of damp staining, particularly to rear board. previous owner's bookplate to front paste down "Ex Libris Campbell". Slight offsetting with the odd spot to endpapers. Internally, generally firmly bound. Pages bright and clean, if slightly age toned. The odd spot, heavier to first and last few leaves and fore edge. One or two small closed tears to maps. Very Good. book.

Leather Bound. Condición: New. Language: English. Presenting an Exquisite Leather-Bound Edition, expertly crafted with Original Natural Leather that gracefully adorns the spine and corners. The allure continues with Golden Leaf Printing that adds a touch of elegance, while Hand Embossing on the rounded spine lends an artistic flair. This masterpiece has been meticulously reprinted in 2024, utilizing the invaluable guidance of the original edition published many years ago in 1900. The contents of this book are presented in classic black and white. Its durability is ensured through a meticulous sewing binding technique, enhancing its longevity. Imprinted on top-tier quality paper. A team of professionals has expertly processed each page, delicately preserving its content without alteration. Due to the vintage nature of these books, every page has been manually restored for legibility. However, in certain instances, occasional blurriness, missing segments, or faint black spots might persist. We sincerely hope for your understanding of the challenges we faced with these books. Recognizing their significance for readers seeking insight into our historical treasure, we've diligently restored and reissued them. Our intention is to offer this valuable resource once again. We eagerly await your feedback, hoping that you'll find it appealing and will generously share your thoughts and recommendations. Lang: - English, Pages: : - 281, Print on Demand. If it is a multi-volume set, then it is only a single volume. We are specialised in Customisation of books, if you wish to opt different color leather binding, you may contact us. This service is chargeable. Product Disclaimer: Kindly be informed that, owing to the inherent nature of leather as a natural material, minor discolorations or textural variations may be perceptible. Explore the FOLIO EDITION (12x19 Inches): Available Upon Request. 281.

Leather Bound. Condición: New. Language: English. Presenting an Exquisite Leather-Bound Edition, expertly crafted with Original Natural Leather that gracefully adorns the spine and corners. The allure continues with Golden Leaf Printing that adds a touch of elegance, while Hand Embossing on the rounded spine lends an artistic flair. This masterpiece has been meticulously reprinted in 2024, utilizing the invaluable guidance of the original edition published many years ago in 1900. The contents of this book are presented in classic black and white. Its durability is ensured through a meticulous sewing binding technique, enhancing its longevity. Imprinted on top-tier quality paper. A team of professionals has expertly processed each page, delicately preserving its content without alteration. Due to the vintage nature of these books, every page has been manually restored for legibility. However, in certain instances, occasional blurriness, missing segments, or faint black spots might persist. We sincerely hope for your understanding of the challenges we faced with these books. Recognizing their significance for readers seeking insight into our historical treasure, we've diligently restored and reissued them. Our intention is to offer this valuable resource once again. We eagerly await your feedback, hoping that you'll find it appealing and will generously share your thoughts and recommendations. Lang: - English, Pages: - 490, Print on Demand. If it is a multi-volume set, then it is only a single volume. We are specialised in Customisation of books, if you wish to opt different color leather binding, you may contact us. This service is chargeable. Product Disclaimer: Kindly be informed that, owing to the inherent nature of leather as a natural material, minor discolorations or textural variations may be perceptible. Explore the FOLIO EDITION (12x19 Inches): Available Upon Request. 490.