European Wars

1792 French Revolution National Assembly 8v Antoine Dugour School of Politics

Antoine Jeudy Dugour's 'School of Politics' is a collection of speeches, treatises, essays, and discussions present during the French National Assembly of 1789-1792. These works, written and spoken by a variety of figures, focus primarily around the events of the French Revolution.

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DUGOUR, Antoine Jeudy
École de politique, ou collection, par ordre de matières
A Paris: chez Gattey ..., [1792].
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Collation: Complete with all pages; 8 volumes
o 16 portrait engravings
o 4 folding tables
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Language: French
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Binding: Leather; tight & secure
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Size: ~7.5in X 5in (19.5cm x 13cm)
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1678 1ed Vauciennes Memoirs on Origins of WAR Thirty Years War Elzevier 2v SET

A rare first edition of an important treatise on European wars!

Pierre Linage de Vauciennes's 'Memoires on the Origins of War' is a late 17th-century treatise on European wars in the 16th- and 17th-centuries. Vauciennes focuses on wars following the Protestant Reformation, the Thirty Years' War, all through the first English Civil War.

Note on dating and publisher: According to Willems, this edition was actually printed in Amsterdam by Elzevier. The imprint is false (to avoid persecution) and was not published in Cologne.

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VAUCIENNES, Pierre Linage de
Mémoires Sur L'Origine Des Guerres Qui travaillent l'Europe depuis cinquante ans
A Cologne : Chez Pierre du Marteau, 1678.

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Collation: Complete with all pages; 2 volumes
o Vol. I – [42], 256, [26]
o Vol. II – 293, [29]
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References: Willems 1920
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Language: French
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1756 History of Masaniello Revolt in NAPLES Giraffi Dutch Habsburg Spain English

An exceedingly rare, mid-17th-century book on the history of the Dutch Revolt against the Spanish Hapsburgs in Naples in 1647. This book, written by an unnamed Alessandro Giraffi, was an immensely popular book in the Netherlands following the oppression during the Thirty Years War. This first-hand account of the revolt follows the story of Masaniello, a local Italian fisherman, who led a revolt which ransacked armories and prisons in Naples – a historical event that has been retold, painted, and argued for centuries. Masaniello was described as,
"...a young man of twenty-seven, beautiful and graceful in appearance, his face was brown and somewhat burned by the sun: black eyes, blond hair, with locks that ran down his neck." (St. John., 68)

This 1756 English edition was edited by Francis Midon and features a full-page

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GIRAFFI, Alessandro
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1788 Life of Frederick II of Prussia Germany WARS Austria Politics 4v Laveaux

"The first object in the establishment of an army ought to be making provision for the belly, that being the basis and foundation of all operations
– Frederick the Great

Frederick II was the most famous King of Prussia, notable for his 46 years of reign. He served and ruled over Brandenburg-Prussia and was as significant force in the Wars of Polish and Austrian Succession. Frederick himself invited French historian Jean-Charles Laveaux to embark on a substantial work on the history of the Prussian monarchy (of course, Frederick II was the most important facet of that monarchy).
This time spent with Frederick II allowed Laveaux to publish three different works surrounding the life and reign of Frederick II. 'Life of Frederick II, King of Prussia' includes documents, speeches, anecdotes, and first-hand experiences covering the life and eventual death of 'Old Fritz'.
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1648 Dutch Wars Belgium Bello Belgico Strada Battles Habsburg Flanders Latin

Famiano Strada, a Jesuit professor of rhetoric, is chiefly remembered for his famous account of the Dutch War. 'De Bello Belgico' was Strada's most famous work, a work in which Strada describes in detail the battles between Spanish troops of Parma and the Dutch armies under William of Orange.
This mid-17th-century edition includes impressive full-page portrait engravings of prominent figures to the Dutch Wars – figures such as Philip II of Spain, Charles V, and Fernando Alvarez de Toledo Duke of Alba. This edition was dedicated to Cardinal Alessandro Farnese.
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STRADA, Famiano
Famiani Stradæ Romani e Societate Iesv De bello Belgico decas prima ab excessu Caroli V. Imp. vsque ad initia præfecturæ Alexandri Farnesii Parmæ, ac Placentiæ Dvcis III. ab an. 1578. vsqve ad an. 1190 (i.e.1590)
[Amsterdam, Apud Ioachimum van Metelen, 1648].

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1636 1ed Ancient GAUL Celtic Gallic Antiquities Caen France DRUIDS Gosselin RARE
Antoine Gosselin's "History of Ancient Gaul" is a rare, 17th-century history of Celtic tribes, the Gallic wars, and the rise and growth of France. While working at the University of Caen in Normandy, Gosselin was one of the most reputable scholars in Gallic antiquity.
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GOSSELIN, Antoine
Historia Gallorum veterum, auctore Antonio Gosselino ...
Cadomi : Apud P. Poisson, 1636. 1st edition

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Collation: Complete with all pages
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[32], 490, [54]
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Language: Latin
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Binding: Leather; tight and secure
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Size: ~6.5in X 4.25in (16.5cm x 10.5cm)
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1877 EXQUISITE History of England by Guizot WARS Oliver Cromwell Fine BINDING
Francois Guizot was a 19th-century French historian known for his extensive portfolio of history books on France, America, and England. One such work was his 'History of England', a work covering the entirety of British history, albeit not as thorough as English historians. It covers important wars, reigns of English kings, the life of Oliver Cromwell, and much more. While the contents and illustrations of this books are impressive, the binding of these tomes is even more desirable! Truly beautiful!

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GUIZOT, Francois
L'histoire d'Angleterre depuis les temps les plus reculés jusqu'à l'avènements de la Reine Victoria racontée à mes petits-enfants
Paris : Hachette, 1877.

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Collation: Complete with all pages – 2 volumes
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Vol. 1 – [6], 637, [5]
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Vol. 2 – [4], 785, [3]
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Heavily illustrated throughout
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Language: French
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1816 Napoleonic War Narratives MacQueen + Shoberl Folding MAPS Napoleon 2in1

A rare pairing of two works describing important and notable events from the Napoleonic Wars. Both James MacQueen and Frederic Shoberl contributed narratives on battles involving the French military:
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"Narrative of the Political and Military Events of 1815", by MacQueen
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"Narrative of the Most Remarkable Events", by Shoberl
Both of these works are included in this tome which contains impressive, folding battlefield and country maps. Maps from the Napoleonic War era are highly desirable and are considered quite rare, especially to still be included in the original book.
Item number: #17438
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MACQUEEN, James
A narrative of the political and military events of 1815 : intended to complete the narrative of the campaigns of 1812, 1813, and 1814
Glasgow : Printed for the author, by E. Khull & Co. and sold by John Smith & Son, 1816. 1st edition

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1682 LAW 1ed Life of Matthew Hale England English Civil War Dissenters Burnett
Matthew Hale was a 17th-century English judge who was an influential figure in the legal proceedings against offenses to the royal crown in England. Author Gilbert Burnett published the best account of life of Hale – a biography which covers the entirety of Hale's young life through his judicial career and eventual death. Curiously, Burnet gives special attention to Hale's sympathy toward dissenters, which was particularly interesting considering the climate at the height of the English Civil War.

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BURNET, Gilbert
The life and death of Sir Matthew Hale, Kt. : sometime Lord Chief Justice of His Majesties Court of Kings Bench
London : Printed for William Shrowsbery ..., 1682. First edition.

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· Collation: Complete with all pages
o [14], 128
· References: Wing B 5828
· Provenance: Armorial bookplate – Lord Ashburton
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1645 1ed Dutch History Netherlands Eighty Years War Batavia Portugal Thysius
Antonius Thysius was an early 17th-century Dutch historian whose 'Compendium of Dutch History' is a rare and thorough history of the Netherlands. This book follows the historical events of the Netherlands beginning with ancient Rome through the 17th-century. It includes notable events such as the Eighty Years' War and Dutch War for Independence, the life of Saint Elizabeth of Portugal, Isabella of Portugal and Holy Roman Emperor Charles V, and much more!
Item number: #20101
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THYSIUS, Antoine
Compendium historiae Batavicae, a Iulio Caesare usque ad haec tempora.
Lugduni Batavorum, Ioannis Maire, 1645. First edition.

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· Collation: Complete with all pages
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[48], 334
· Language: Latin
· Binding: Vellum; tight and secure
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Size: ~4.5in X 2.5in (11.5cm x 6cm)
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1856 1ed Crimean War Sebastopol Imperial Russia Ottoman Turkey Crimea MAPS

A scarce first edition printing of the finely illustrated, important historical account of the Crimean War entitled, 'Pictorial History of the Russian War.' Dodd and Chambers' work features impressive illustrations depicting aspects of the war that include fascinating lithographic double-page maps.

This work details the alliances and powers in Turkey, Naval operations of both the Ottoman and Russian military, life in Sebastopol and Scutari during the war, various battles such as the Siege of Sebastopol, and the effects the peace discussions in Vienna had on the war.

Item number: #40722
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[DODD, George]

Pictorial History of the Russian War 1854-5-6 with Maps, Plans, and Wood Engravings

Edinburgh; London: W. and R. Chambers, 1856. First edition.

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• Collation: Complete
o x, 584
o 11 lithographic plates + maps
o Numerous woodcuts
• Provenance: Bookplate – Joseph Sampson, 1857
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1696 RARE Origins of WAR Thirty Years War Politics 2v SET Vauciennes Memoirs

A rare 1696 edition of an important treatise on European wars!

Pierre Linage de Vauciennes's 'Memoires on the Origins of War' is a late 17th-century treatise on European wars in the 16th- and 17th-centuries. Vauciennes focuses on wars following the Protestant Reformation, the Thirty Years' War, all through the first English Civil War.

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VAUCIENNES, Pierre Linage de

Memoires Politique[s] Sur L'Origine Des Guerres

A Paris: chez Pierre du Niort, 1696.

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· Collation: Complete with all pages; 2 volumes
o Vol. 1 – [38], 256, [26]
o Vol. 2 – 293, [29]
· Provenance: Handwritten – Hierosme de Fontaine
· Language: French
· Binding: Leather; tight and secure

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1755 VOLTAIRE 1ed War of Austrian Succession King Georges War Netherlands 1741
"Let us read and let us dance; these two amusements will never do any harm to the world."
― Voltaire
Voltaire was a versatile and prolific writer, producing works in almost every literary form, including plays, poems, novels, essays, and historical and scientific works. He wrote thousands of books and letters, and frequently made use of his works to criticize intolerance, religious dogma, and the French institutions of his day.
However, Voltaire wrote many other works that were infrequently published and rarely read, as was the case with his "History of the War of 1741". This historical commentary was Voltaire's reaction to the War of Austrian Succession, or King George's War, which was curiously not included in any Voltaire complete works of the 18th- and 19th-century, nor was it published during his lifetime.
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VOLTAIRE
Histoire de la guerre de mil sept cent quarante & un
A Londres: Chez… Read More

1739 Life of Oliver CROMWELL English Civil Wars Ireland Great Britain Bancks

"He who stops being better stops being good."
– Oliver Cromwell

Oliver Cromwell was one of the most famous and important 17th-century English military leaders during the English Civil War. His life, political career, military acumen, and historical impact have been written about and recorded for centuries. English author John Bancks published an account of Cromwell's political influence in his "Short Critical Review of the Political Life of Oliver Crowmell". While it focuses primarily on Cromwell's politics, it includes his influence in the English Civil Wars, particularly after the death of the king. Bancks also describes the state of Ireland during Cromwell's lifetime.

Item number: #24084
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BANCKS, John

A short critical review of the political life of Oliver Cromwell, lord-protector of the commonwealth of England, Scotland, and Ireland

London: printed for the author; sold by John James, 1739.

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1894 Franco-Prussian WAR France Germany Illustrated Weapons Soldiers Military 2v

Cassell's 'History of the War Between France and Germany' is a late 19th-century English account of the Franco-Prussian War. This beautiful set features full-page illustrations that depict war scenes, weapons and artillery, soldiers, portraits, and iconic locations.

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CASSELL

Cassell's History of the war between France and Germany, 1870-1871

London/Melbourne : Cassell & Company, [1894].

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· Collation: Complete with all pages; 2 volumes
o Vol. 1 – xii, 576
o Vol. 2 – xiv, 574
o Both volumes heavily illustrated
· Language: English
· Binding: Leather; tight and secure
· Size: ~10.5in X 7.75in (26.5cm x 19.5cm)

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