Historical Account of the Rise and Progress of the Bengal Native Infantry,

£850 · Offered by Shapero Rare Books

Charming copy of this early work on the history of the army in Bengal, with attractive hand-coloured plates. First edition; 8vo (21.5 x 13.5 cm); 4 hand-coloured plates, discreet bookplates to front pastedown, previous ownership inscription to front endpaper; contemporary full calf, gilt spine in five compartments with gilt lettering pieces, all edges marbled, touch of rubbing to spine, else a fine copy; [iv], 387, [1] pp.

• Binding: Hardcover

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