A Fleet in Being Notes of Two Trips With the Channel Squadron

Rudyard Kipling

Published by Macmillan and Co., Limited, London, 1898

About this Item

The first edition of Rudyard Kipling's many articles on the power of the Royal Navy, and the British Channel Fleet. The first edition of this work.Rudyard Kipling's series of articles about the British Channel Fleet, written as he as involved in the debate about Britain's response to the rise of Germany's naval power.Kipling is best known for his novel 'The Jungle Book', however he was a prolific writer of poems, novels, and short stories. Being born in India inspired much of his work, and he went on to become one of the most popular writers of his time.The original blue front wrap is bound in.Prior owner's ink inscription to the front wrap, 'M. E. Coulson'. Rebound is a full cloth binding, with the front wrap bound in. Externally, the boards are a little discoloured. A few minor marks to the boards and spine. Light bumping to the head and tail fo the spine and to the extremities. Light spots to the fore edge. Internally, firmly bound. Pages are bright and clean, with just a couple of occasional light spots. Very Good Indeed. Seller Inventory # 755P25

Bibliographic Details

Title: A Fleet in Being Notes of Two Trips With the...

Publisher: Macmillan and Co., Limited, London

Publication Date: 1898

Binding: Cloth

Illustrator: None

Condition: Very Good Indeed

Edition: First edition.

Book Type: book