PRESTON FIGHT ; OR, THE INSURRECTION OF 1715. A Tale. In Three Volumes. LT. COL. HENRY FISHWICK'S SET WITH A.L.S. FROM THE AUTHOR.

Ainsworth, (William Harrison) ;- Author of "The Lancashire Witches," etc. ;-

Published by London ;- Tinsley Brothers 8 Catherine Street Strand, 1875

About this Item

Rare First Edition. Celebrated Rochdale Author Henry Fishwick's set (1835-1914). 3 vols. Crown 8vo. Original (rubbed/mottled) green cloth, decorated in black and lettered gilt. Tipped onto the front endpaper of volume 1 is an important 17 line ALS to Fishwick from the author from 'Little Rookley, Hurstpierpoint' and dated 'Nov.27. 1875' stating that "an incorrect historical fact in this First Edition (pointed out by Fishwick) may be corrected in future editions!" (with corresponding annotation by Fishwick to page 137 in vol. II) Vol.I - x + 287pps. / Vol.2- vi + 292pps./ Vol.3- vi + 265pps. Bookplates removed from front endpapers of vols. 2 & 3. A MOST IMPORTANT ASSOCIATION SET OF THIS TALE OF THE JACOBITE UPRISING IN THE NORTH OF ENGLAND IN 1715 AND THE MARCH TO PRESTON AND THE SUBSEQUENT SIEGE ENDING IN THE JACOBITE SURRENDER.

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Bibliographic Details

• Title: PRESTON FIGHT ; OR, THE INSURRECTION OF 1715. A Tale. In Three Volumes. LT. COL. HENRY FISHWICK'S SET WITH A.L.S. FROM THE AUTHOR.
• Publisher: London ;- Tinsley Brothers 8 Catherine Street Strand
• Publication Date: 1875
• Binding: Hardcover
• Edition: 1st Edition
• Condition: Good
• Dust Jacket Condition: No Jacket