Catalogue of The Distinguished Collection of English Gold Coins 1700-1900 including Patterns and Proofs by Douglas-Morris, K.J - 1974

Homewell, Hampshire UK: Kenneth Mason, 1982. First Impression. Hardcover. In exceptionally good condition/In exceptionally good condition. Octavo, [22cm/8.75inches], full ebony-embossed duck-white cloth w/ mylar-protected dust jacket, pp. 200, indexed. Illustrated with b-w halftones, and so fourth. Please feel free to inquire as to particulars and/or additional photographs. ... One reviewer noted: "Try this small hardback. The battle was the culmination of British attempts to "reform" the piracy and slavery practiced by the city. For years the Corsairs had raided way beyond the Mediterranean; had been paid in gold for their good behaviour and sometimes 'gunboat diplomacy' was used. Not to overlook the participation of a Dutch flotilla. Fascinating account of the diplomacy, the covert recce of the harbour and city; the small fleet's preparations, the human angles and leadership. I did like this quote, which seems to have applied in other battles: Quote:… Read More

London: J.B. Hayward & Som, 1974. Hardcover. Fine. London: J.B. Hayward & Som, 1974. First edition. Fine. Some foxing to top edge only, in clear plastic cover