recollections of the crimean campaign and the Expedition to Kinburn. This is the first edition, first printing, in red buckram with gilt titling on front and spine. I has the appearance and feel of a hundred-year-old book in very fine plus condition that could be described as fine for age.. Two defects: 2 leaves in place but loose, and some ripples to boards Full of photo, some toning. Interesting full-plate map pf wrecks on Sable Island. Map of battle of Kinburn. A treasure

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Bookseller: Michael's Pride and Joys (CA)
Bookseller's Inventory #: biblio124
Title: recollections of the crimean campaign and the Expedition to Kinburn
Author: Vieth F H
Format/Binding: Octavo
Book Condition: Used - Near Fine for age
Jacket Condition: n/a
Quantity Available: 1
Edition: first edition first printing
Binding: Hardcover
Publisher: Lovell
Place of Publication: Montreal, Canada
Date Published: 1907
Keywords: Crimea
Size: octavo

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I am solely disposing of my books at my wife's urging as she wants all gone before I drop off the twig

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