Yearsley Captain (3 results)

Hardcover. Condition: Good. No Jacket. 1st Edition. The account of the escape of eight British Officers in 1918 from the Turkish POW camp at Yozgad in deep Turkey and their travels over 450 miles to eventual freedom. This is the first edition with the large fold out map at the rear ( which has a small tear on the inner edge) The book is tightly bound and the front cover is b bright though the spine has some sunning. Internally it is bright and clean There are 295 pages and eight pen and ink illustrations on gloss paper.There is slight browning to the front and back end papers and a small name and remains of a label on the front end paper. Losely inserted is a newspaper column relating to the appointment of one of the escaper, Commander A D Cochrane ( who is shown on the group ohot of escapers) the poistion of Governor of Burma.

Condition: Good. Dark blue clothbound hardcover, blind-stamped with an illustration of a soldier to the front cover and spine, with gilt titling which remains clear and bright. There is wear to the edges and corners, as well as along the spine, consistent with age and use. The binding remains intact and acceptable, though the volume has been well read and is not as tight as when new. Internally, all pages are present and generally clear, with no foxing observed and only a slight degree of page toning. Disclaimer: Postage rates may be subject to change depending on the weight of the books. For the heavier and/ or multivolume sets, the cost will be determined using the prices displayed below. UK: £7 per kg EU: £10 per kg USA: £12 per kg If you have any queries, please get in touch.

Leather Bound. Condition: New. Language: English. 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 2025, utilizing the invaluable guidance of the original edition published many years ago in 1922. 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:- 314, 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. 314 314.