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STEDMAN (CHARLES)
The History of the Origin, Progress, and Termination of the American War, 2 vol.

22 November 2011, 10:30 GMT
London, New Bond Street

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STEDMAN (CHARLES)

The History of the Origin, Progress, and Termination of the American War, 2 vol., first edition, 15 engraved maps (11 folding, one with engraved overlay), occasional spotting and one or two marginal tears, some browning and offsetting to folding maps, bookplates of Richard Tayler, contemporary diced russia gilt, joints cracked [Howes C498; Sabin 91507], 4to, for the Author, 1794

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"Generally considered the best account of the Revolution written from the British side" (Sabin). The author served as an officer under Howe, Clinton and Cornwallis.

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