A Memoir of Field-Marshal The Duke of Wellington with Interspersed Notices of His Principal Associates in Council and Companions and Opponents in Arms

John Marius Wilson

Published by A. Fullarton and Co. 1854-1854, London, 1854

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A memoir of 19th century political and military leader Arthur Wellesley, the First Duke of Wellington. In two volumes. Both volumes of John Marius Wilson's memoir of Arthur Wellesley, the First Duke of Wellington. Complete with 37 plates of maps and portraits. With letters and comments from those who knew him, this memoir offers the reader a comprehensive view of the 19th century military and political leader. As well as serving as Conservative prime minister between 1828 and 1830, and briefly again in 1834, Wellesley's superior military defence was crucial in the Napoleonic Wars. Prior owners blind stamp to recto of front free endpaper in both volumes. 'Capt. H. G. Innes R. N. West Monkton. Taunton'. No author given. Attributed to John Marius Wilson using JISC. Undated. Dated using JISC from estimate of the National Trust Library and others. In half morocco binding over cloth. Externally, generally smart. Lightly rubbed to the boards and the joints, with a little wear to the extremities. Front hinge of volume I starting but firm. Internally, firmly bound. Pages a little age-toned, but generally clean aside from the first and last few pages. Very Good. Seller Inventory # 844N14

Bibliographic Details

Title: A Memoir of Field-Marshal The Duke of ...

Publisher: A. Fullarton and Co. 1854-1854, London

Publication Date: 1854

Binding: Leather

Illustrator: Not stated

Condition: Very Good

Book Type: book