Author: WRIGHT, CONSTANCE
Title: A Chance for Glory
Description: London, Barrie. 1958, First Edition. Hard Cover, 8vo - over 7¾" - 9¾" tall. First UK edition. Black title on salmon pink boards which are clean, unmarked and without wear or damage. Internally clean and unmarked. A VG+ copy. Coloured pictorial dustjacket is complete and has some chipping to top. A complete account of the plot to rescue Lafayette in 1794 from Olmutz where he was held by enemies of the French Revolution after being captured in Belgium and who was constantly moved across Europe. A German doctor and an American medical student managed to whisk him away from his guards. A fascinating account not previously explored in detail. NOT EX LIB C3A. Very Good/Very Good.

Keywords: French Revolution, Lafayette


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