The Collected Works of Sir Winston Churchill. Centenary Limited Edition- Volume III THE RIVER WAR

This is the third volume of the Collected Works of Sir Winston Churchill, published by the Library of Imperial History, London, to mark the centenary of his birth, November 30, 1874. The Collection is issued as a limited edition and contains all 50 of Churchill's published titles, arranged in 34 volumes. Only 2000 sets have been authorised for the British Empire and Commonwealth, excluding Canada, and a further 1000 sets for the United States and Canada.

The River War was originally published on 6th November 1899. The River War remains one of Churchill's best books. Tersely written, shot through with insight and intuitive understanding, totally competent in its appreciation of military considerations and demonstrating a warm humanity, it stands as a classic of war reporting. No one who reads his description of the last cavalry charge- in which he took part- will ever forget his sharp vision and brightness of phrase.

The River War-An Historical Account of The Reconquest of the Soudan. Introduction and extract from the first edition- 343 pages text with maps,some foldings and illustrations. Full vellum with gilt vignette to front cover-spine-marbled end papers, gilt edges and reading ribbon. With original dark green slipcase with gilt vignette. Fine condition.