A striking 1897 first edition of Deeds That Won The Empire by W.H. Fitchett, featuring historic battle scenes, portraits, and plans. Includes a period Christmas gift inscription.
Deeds That Won The Empire by W.H. Fitchett (Smith, Elder & Co., 1897) is a classic Victorian account of the historic battles that shaped the British Empire. Richly illustrated with portraits and plans, this volume captures the drama of military history. This book is very well written and makes for a great read. It's also a wonderful testimony to the patriotic (dare I say, jingoistic) mood that prevailed in imperial Britain when Britannica ruled the waves at the height of its empire.
This handsome hardcover first edition features gold gilt top edges and gilt title lettering, presenting with enduring elegance. It includes an authentic Christmas gift dedication from 1897 (image 6), written by an uncle to his nephew, adding a unique personal and historical touch.
Condition: aside from mild detachment at the inside back cover gutter (see image 10), the book remains in good condition for its age. Pages are clean, with only minor marks inside, and the binding is overall sound. A distinguished and collectible piece of late 19th-century military history publishing.
Details
Author: W.H. Fitchett
Title:Deeds That Won The Empire (Historic Battle Scenes, with Portraits and Plans)
Publisher: Smith, Elder & Co.
Year: 1897
Edition: First Edition
Format: Hardcover, gilt top edges, gilt title
Condition: Very Good — mild gutter detachment at back cover; clean pages; 1897 gift dedication; minor age marks
