ID 1119224
Lot 60 | Complete History of the Origin and Progress of the late War
Estimate value
$ 5 000 – 8 000
Anonymous, 1763
FRENCH AND INDIAN WAR – A Complete History of the Origin and Progress of the late War, From its Commencement to the Exchange of the Ratifications of Peace between Great Britain, France, and Spain … In which All the Battles, Sieges, Sea-Engagements and every other Transaction worthy of public Attention, are faithfully recorded; with political and military Observations. London: W. Nicol, 1763.
First edition of this early history of the Seven Years’ War, known as the French and Indian War in North America. It covers the origin and progress of the war to the Treaty of Paris signed February 10, 1763 and the Treaty of Hubertusburg signed on February 15, 1763. A second edition was published by 1764. The Treaty of Paris marks the beginning of Britain's dominance as the leading colonial empire. Howes C-653; Sabin 15057; TPL 359; Waldon, p.505.
Two volumes, octavo (201 x 128mm). Contemporary calf (some wear to spines, a little darkening to edges). Provenance: E.S. and H. Lloyd (armorial bookplates) – Christie's New York, 11 May 2011, lot 107.
| Place of origin: | Northern Europe, Europe, United Kingdom |
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| Place of origin: | Northern Europe, Europe, United Kingdom |
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