[GLEIG, George.]
The Chelsea Pensioners. By the author of "The Subaltern."
THE CHELSEA PENSIONERS
London: Henry Colburn, 1829.
3 vols., 8vo (7.5" tall). Full calf. Gilt raised bands, interesting gilt panels and titles. The boards have blind and gilt tooling so typical of the period. Neat owner's signature on title page.
First edition in very handsome early nineteenth century bindings. Gleig was Chaplain to the Royal Hospital, home of the Chelsea Pensioners, and also a well-known author, mainly on military matters.
£350.00
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