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Auction #119 begins on 14 Nov 2024

Lady [Florentia] Sale

A Journal of the Disasters in Afghanistan, 1841-2

Published: John Murray, London, 1843

Edition: First edition

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1 volume. First edition 1843.

Half-leather over marbled boards.

Decorative gilt morocco title.

Raised bands and gilt panel vignettes.

xvi, [1], 451 pages + 12 page publishers catalogue.

1 fold-out plan [30 x 25 cm].

Wife of Sir Robert Sale, second-in-command of the British forces in Afghanistan,

Lady Sale was held captive for over 6 months following the retreat from Kabul

and endured much hardship, being twice wounded. 

Recorded shipping weight 1500g.

Shipped and insured by recorded delivery.

  • Binding Condition: Very good
  • Overall Condition: Very good
  • Size: 20.5 x 13 cm.
  • Sold By: West Clare Rare Books
  • Contact Person: Tom Moloney
  • Country: Ireland
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