Thornton Butterworth The World Crisis 1911-1914, 1915 Volumes One, Two Hardcover Book Set United Kingdom Blue Cloth Antique 1923 includes the comprehensive military history of the First World War written from the personal perspective of Winston S. Churchill. This specific listing includes Volume I (1911-1914) in its second edition format, and Volume II (1915) is a genuine British first edition, first printing. Both volumes show the publisher’s authentic gold gilt lettering on the spine, complete with blind-stamped titles on the front cloth boards. Historical hardcover pair is an excellent piece for military history collectors or political book displays.
Highlights:
• Thornton Butterworth Publishing: Released by London publisher renowned for producing early twentieth-century political memoirs
• Original Imperial Octavo Format: Standard large-format dimensions designed for a prominent, uniform presentation
• Comprehensive Naval Records: Detailed textual overviews of early British admiralty decisions and naval strategies
• Authentic Blind-Stamped Emblems: Front boards are uncoloured structural pressings of the publisher's circular monogram
• Tactical Cartography Charts: Interior contains multiple fold-out maps showing historical troop positions and maritime campaign routes
• Page Numbers: 1914 has 536 pages & 1915 has 537 pages
Measurements: 24cm high, 16cm long & 6cm wide.
Condition Report: Good pre-owned condition for 100+ years. Edge wear on covers & pages show toning. No tears, & no rips.
Shipping: Carefully wrapped and boxed for safe delivery. Combined postage is also available.
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