Your browser does not support JavaScript.To view this page, enable JavaScript if it is disabled or upgrade your browser.
Click Here. Double your traffic. Get Vendio Gallery - Now FREE! Sir WINSTON S. CHURCHILL\'S THE SECOND WORLD WAR/1948/RARE 1st Ed-1st IMPRESSIONS
Click to View Image Album
Click to View Image Album
Click to View Image Album
VERY RARE - SCARCE FIRST EDITION - FIRST ISSUE
RARE FIRST LIMITED EDITION of a CELEBRATED WORK
SIX FINE CRUSHED MOROCCO LEATHER BINDINGS -RAMPANT LION DEVICE on SPINES
A BEAUTIFULLY ILLUSTRATED COMPENDIUM
145 ILLUSTRATIONS - MAPS, DIAGRAMS, PLANS et al
THE SECOND WORLD WAR
Volume I: The Gathering Storm.
Volume II: Their Finest Hour.
Volume III: The Grand Alliance.
Volume IV: The Hinge of Fate.
Volume V: Closing the Ring.
Volume VI: Triumph and Tragedy
by
Sir WINSTON S. CHURCHILL
LONDON: Cassell & Co. Ltd.,, 1948–54 [published date: 1948 - 1954]. Rare First edition, first impressions in six volumes. All Stated Firsts on copyright pages. 8vo. 8.5\" x 6\" inches (LxB). Pp. 4551 pages 145 maps, plans, facsimiles, portraits, diagrams and tables throughout the text, some foldout, some full page; half titles present. Top edges gilt. In Six Fine original contemporary uniform bindings in 3/4 fine red morocco leather, gilt lettered titles in compartments with gilt border decorations, spine with 5 raised bands and the rampant lion device in gilt to the first, fifth and sixth compartments. Churchill\'s complete six volume classic history on WWII, including: The Gathering Storm; Their Finest Hour; The Grant Alliance; The Hinge of Fate; Closing the Ring; and Triumph and Tragedy. Volume I with paper slip \"Author\'s Note\" tipped-in after his preface. Extremely rare. Absolutely spectacular.[Woods A123b]. A classic work, complete as issued (with missing pages-plates supplied & bound in). There are numerous close-up pictures of the contents given below; please click on them for a detailed description (See Scans below). Please take some time to view the 50+ pictures in detail, in order to gain a full idea of the contents and condition.
An amazing collection.
Volume I: The Gathering Storm. First Published 1948. Pp. xv, [1, blank], 640 pages + 14 Maps and Diagrams.
Volume II: Their Finest Hour. First Published 1949. Pp. xvii, [1, blank], 684 pages + 21 Maps and Diagrams.
Volume III: The Grand Alliance. First Published 1950. Pp. xviii, 818 pages + 24 Maps and Diagrams.
Volume IV: The Hinge of Fate. First Published 1951. Pp. xviii, 917 pages + 37 Maps and Diagrams.
Volume V: Closing the Ring. First Published 1952. Pp. xviii, 673 pages + 22 Maps and Diagrams.
Volume VI: Triumph and Tragedy. First Published 1948. Pp. xviii, 716 pages + 27 Maps and Diagrams.
THE SECOND WORLD WAR is, without doubt, Churchill\'s best known work. It was a huge best-seller when new, and has been in print contnuously for 57 years now, with translations into over 20 languages, including both of the principal enemies of the war. This set is both important and highly readable. Not since Julius Caesar and his Gaelic Wars has there been a case of a great leader in war also being an able writer. At the recent Millennium, this set was named the No. 1 non-fiction book of the Century by National Review. As Brookhiser summed it up: \" The big story of the Century, told by its major hero\". There are many histories of the war, but most are written by historians in the third person. Churchill writes in the first person, in his own elegant style. Although the Nobel Prize for Literature was given for a lifetime of written work, it was this set which convinced the Nobel award committee to waive the normal rule against giving the literature prize to a politician. This work was a major project, with a vast number of dates, names, facts, and quotations to be verified. There was considerable activity with galley proofs, revisions and correction. It originally appeared serialised in The Daily Telegraph. In 1948 as publication of the first volume was due, Churchill wanted more revisions and corrections. The British set from Cassell is much to be preferred. It has better folding maps in 2 and 3 colours, and incorporates the authors revisions.
\"PLEASE ASK - E-MAIL ***** ANY/ALL ***** QUESTIONS, regarding Description and Condition BEFORE offerDING\".
There are numerous CLOSE-UPS GIVEN BELOW.
PLEASE CLICK & ENLARGE TO SEE DETAIL.
A SCARCE BOOK SET.
Only a few copies in fine original leather listed online
Check sellers other sales as we have NUMEROUS RARE Titles coming up.
CONDITION REPORT: A rare book set in a fine original contemporary red morocco leather bindings (See Scans below), minor wear/tear to covers, spine, ends & corners (See Scans below), pages-plates are clean & bright (See Scans below), the bindings are tight & intact (See Scans below). The leather is smooth & supple to the touch. (See Scans below).NOTE: A fine set but for occasional foxing (See Scans below). See, click & enlarge the 100+ pictures below to get a better idea of condition etc. There are many close-up pictures for your kind perusal. Please click on any of the 50+ images above & below in the listing for enlarged close-up pictures of details, virtues & flaws (See Scans below).
RETURNS:Though every item is catalogued with the intent of accuracy. Minor flaws, may not always be noted, that is why there are 50 to a 100 pictures of every book we list. Please look at pictures&/or email any&/or all QUESTIONS, regarding description and condition prior to offerding.Only Improperly described items can be returned, as received within seven calendar days of receipt. Please email us before returning any item. Please Remember this is an sale and not a Retail sale.
GREAT NEWS! Subscribe to our newsletter, as we\'re always adding new RARE & COLLECTIBLE/Illustrated books in FIRST EDITIONS to the sales - shop! Take a look at our new inventory and see if you can find some great deals.
We appreciate your interest in our Shop and we will send you emails periodically.
Sign up for newsletter
EMAIL FOR NEW LISTINGS by"booker17" ONLY.
Sign up for newsletter
NEWSLETTER SENT THROUGH .
Your email is never revealed to seller.
All our sales start at $0.99 cents with .
Visit store:Booker17/Books Treasures
and
Add me to your Favorites list.
If you have any Questions, regarding Description and/or Condition, please E-mail us \"Before offerding\".
All items are guaranteed authentic and original. We do not sell reproductions or copies.
Please Remember this is an sale and not a Retail sale.
PAYMENT IS DUE IN 7 DAYS.
If you have no response, understand that your offer is a Binding Contract that must be paid as soon as the sale ends.
SHIPPING: Buyers to payUS Postal Service charges + INSURANCE IS REQUIRED FOR ALL PURCHASES.
We do not charge anything extra, just what the post office charges, any excess payment will be promptly refunded.
We can also combine & ship via media mail with insurance.
SHIPPING:IN THE USA: PRIORITY MAIL SHIPPINGof a 9.0" x 6.0" inch book is $12.35. Insurance is at cost; $2.65 for the first $100 + $1.50 for every $100 there-on + Signature Confirmation cost $ 4.75 cents, all books are shipped in larger boxes with ample protection.New York Residents Add 8.25 percent Sales Tax.
NOTE: For Sets, Larger & Heavier books shipping will cost extra. Please emailyour Zip Code for a quote.
InternationalBuyers Please Note: VERY IMPORTANT:
-
Import duties, taxes and charges are not included in the item price or shipping charges.These charges are the buyer\'s responsibility.
-
Please check with your country\'s customs office to determine what these additional costs will be prior to offerding/buying.
-
These charges are normally collected by the delivering freight (shipping) company or when you pick the item up do not confuse them for additional shipping charges.
-
We do not mark merchandise values below value or mark items as "gifts" - US and International government regulations prohibit such behavior.
SHIPPING:INTERNATIONAL CUSTOMERS: INTERNATIONAL BUYERS Please Note:
Please Note: THOSE WHO PAY BY "PAYPAL" HAVE TO FOLLOW THE GUIDELINES AS ISSUED by "PAYPAL":
For sellers shipping from the United States Shipping to Value of items Recommended shipping company and service Any destination Any value Any international shipping company that provides door-to-door tracking that is viewable online, such as UPS®, FedEx®, or DHL® In the U.S. Less than $250 USD USPS®: with SIGNATURE Confirmation In the U.S. $250 USD or more USPS: with Signature Confirmation International Only for Less than USD $250 USPS: Priority Mail® with the Customs Declaration form. International For $250 USD or more UNITED STATES POSTAL SERVICE: EXPRESS MAIL® Only
- Ship to the buyer\'s verified address listed on the Paypal page.
- Ship the item using an approved carrier as listed above.
- For items less than US$ 250 the cost of airmail shipping of a small 9.0" x 6.0" inch book worldwide is $35.00 to$55.00. Insurance is at cost $2.65 for the first $100 + $1.50 for every $100 there-on. For Items more than $250 or for Sets, Larger and Heavier books Shipping will cost extra. Please email with your Country for quote. All books are shipped in larger boxes with ample protection. Charges INCLUDE Airmail shipping,Insurance &Delivery Confirmation.
We do not charge anything extra, just what the post office charges, any excess payment will be promptly refunded once item has been shipped. Estimated delivery dates include seller\'s handling time, and will depend on shipping service selected and receipt of cleared payment. Delivery times may vary, especially during peak periods. INSURANCE IS REQUIRED FOR ALL PURCHASES.
GUARANTEE:We are more than happy to offer a full money back refund if the goods you have purchased are not as described. Customer satisfaction is our priority.
RETURNS: Though every item is catalogued with the intent of accuracy. Minor flaws, may not always benoted.Please email any &/orall QUESTIONS, regarding description and conditionprior to offerding. Please Remember this is an sale and not a Retail sale.Only Improperly described items can be returned, as received within seven calendar days of receipt. Please email us before returning any item.
offerding on or buying this item constitutes acceptance of all policies, terms and conditions as stated in this listing.
We are absolutely committed to customer satisfaction and our response and the 12year history reflects this!
See our response score, over 5,000 satisfied customers
To aid you in your purchasing decision, we provide a number of high resolution-quality scans ofevery book being offered for your review prior to offerding.Please review scans carefully and ask questions before purchasing.
BOOKS & TREASURES IS A LICENSED BUSINESS/BOOKSELLER IN THE STATE OF NEW YORK.
If you have any Questions, regarding Description and/or Condition,please E-mail us \"Beforeofferding".
Please email any and all questions prior to offerding.
If you have no response, understand that your offer is a Binding Contract that must be paid as soon as the sale ends.
If you have any"DOUBTS" or any \"QUESTIONS\",please contact us first. "Before offerding\".
PLEASE E-MAIL *** Any & / or All *** QUESTIONS,regarding Description and Condition, "BEFORE offerDING",
\"ALL QUERIES ANSWERED\".
Good Luck and Happy offerding ! !
I accept the following formsof payment Cashiers check; Personal checks, etc., etc., etc., et al., accepted Accepted Personal check Accepted Payment
Cashiers checks accepted, we also accept Personal checks, etc., etc., etc., all accepted.We accept credit cards only through Paypal.
I accept the following forms of payment:
Shipping & Handling
US Shipping
Calculated US Shipping
Enter ZIP Code and click button to see prices:
USPS Priority Mail®Other Shipping Options
$15.00 USPS Media Mail®
International Shipping
Click button to see prices:
USPS Express Mail International
USPS Priority Mail International
Click to View Image Album
Click to View Image Album
Click to View Image Album
Click to View Image Album
Click to View Image Album
Click to View Image Album
Click to View Image Album
Click to View Image Album
Click to View Image Album
Click to View Image Album
Click to View Image Album
Click to View Image Album
Click to View Image Album
Click to View Image Album
Click to View Image Album
Click to View Image Album
Click to View Image Album
Click to View Image Album
Click to View Image Album
Click to View Image Album
Click to View Image Album
Click to View Image Album
Click to View Image Album
Click to View Image Album
Click to View Image Album
Click to View Image Album
Click to View Image Album
Click to View Image Album
Click to View Image Album
Click to View Image Album
Click to View Image Album
Click to View Image Album
Click to View Image Album
Click to View Image Album
Click to View Image Album
Click to View Image Album
Click to View Image Album
Click to View Image Album
Click to View Image Album
Click to View Image Album
Click to View Image Album
Click to View Image Album
Click to View Image Album
Click to View Image Album
Click to View Image Album
Click to View Image Album
Click to View Image Album
Click to View Image Album
Click to View Image Album
Click to View Image Album
Click to View Image Album
Click to View Image Album
Click to View Image Album
Click to View Image Album
Click to View Image Album
Click to View Image Album
Click to View Image Album
Click to View Image Album
Click to View Image Album
Click to View Image Album
Click to View Image Album
Click to View Image Album
Click to View Image Album
Click to View Image Album
Click to View Image Album
Click to View Image Album
Click to View Image Album
Click to View Image Album
Click to View Image Album
Click to View Image Album
Click to View Image Album
Click to View Image Album
Click to View Image Album
Click to View Image Album
Click to View Image Album
Click to View Image Album
Click to View Image Album
Click to View Image Album
Click to View Image Album
Click to View Image Album
Click to View Image Album
Click to View Image Album
Click to View Image Album
Click to View Image Album
Click to View Image Album
Click to View Image Album
Click to View Image Album
Click to View Image Album
Click to View Image Album
Click to View Image Album
More than just a pretty picture. Try Vendio Image Hosting.
FREE scheduling, supersized images
and templates. Get Vendio Sales Manager.
Over 100,000,000 served. Get FREE counters from Vendio today!
