Author: Citizen David [Pierre Drapeyron de David]
Title: A History of the Campaigns of General Pichegru
Description: London, G.G.J. and J. Robinson, 1796. Leather. A handsomely bound copy of this scarce work on the military campaigns of 18th century French general Jean-Charles Pichegru. A fascinating and comprehensive work detailing the campaigns of 18th century French general, Jean-Charles Pichegru. Containing information on the operations of the armies from 1794 to 1795, anecdotes of the campaigns, and memoirs of various other generals added in. The first English edition of this work, translated from the original French. Written by 'Citizen David', or 'Citoyen David', the penname of Pierre Drapeyron de David. Handsomely bound in half morocco, with gilt detailing to the spine.Previously housed at the Dundee Library, and including library stamps on a few pages (see condition report for more details). Also containing a few early ink notations from a previous owner throughout, not affecting readability.ESTC citation: N16687 Handsomely bound in half red morocco with marbled boards and gilt detailing to the spine. Externally, lovely. Library stamps to the title page, pages 1, 3, 25, 59, 129, 176, and 207. Ink notations from a previous owner to title page and pages 25, 121, 129, 156, 182, 185, and 207. Internally, front hinge is strained to page x, remaining binding is firm. Pages are slightly age-toned, and are lightly spotted with the odd handling mark throughout, not affecting readability. Very Good . Ill.: Not Stated. Very Good .

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