Verlag: Pan Macmillan, United Kingdom, London, 2003
ISBN 10: 0333989384 ISBN 13: 9780333989388
Anbieter: WorldofBooks, Goring-By-Sea, WS, Vereinigtes Königreich
Paperback. Zustand: Very Good. A personal and moving biography of a formidable soldier and misunderstood statesman 'Galloper' Jack Seely, Brough Scott's grandfather, was at the heart of some of the most important events of the first part of the twentieth century. His early life was one of adventure, sailing to the antipodes, saving the crew of a French ship wrecked off the coast of the Isle of Wight and later raising a squadron and joining the Boer War, where he was awarded the DSO for his bravery.On his return to England he was elected Conservative MP for the Isle of Wight, but just like his close friend Winston Churchill, later crossed over to the Liberal party. There he became a member of Asquith's War Council and proved a success. However, disaster struck in the shape of the Curragh mutiny. Though Seely had little choice in his actions was made a scapegoat. Forced to resign, Jack was sent to the Western Front and there made his name as a humane and innovative leader. But this experience would haunt him for the rest of his life. His insistence that there should never be another Great War, led him to embrace appeasement without questioning the Nazi regime. It was a decision that would haunt him for the rest of his life.Written with honesty and wit, this is an exciting, unusual and thought-provoking biography of a man who history has been unduly treated by history. The book has been read, but is in excellent condition. Pages are intact and not marred by notes or highlighting. The spine remains undamaged.
Verlag: Macmillan 16/05/2003, 2003
ISBN 10: 0333989384 ISBN 13: 9780333989388
Anbieter: AwesomeBooks, Wallingford, Vereinigtes Königreich
Zustand: Very Good. This book is in very good condition and will be shipped within 24 hours of ordering. The cover may have some limited signs of wear but the pages are clean, intact and the spine remains undamaged. This book has clearly been well maintained and looked after thus far. Money back guarantee if you are not satisfied. See all our books here, order more than 1 book and get discounted shipping. .
Verlag: Macmillan, 2003
ISBN 10: 0333989384 ISBN 13: 9780333989388
Anbieter: Ammareal, Morangis, Frankreich
Hardcover. Zustand: Bon. Edition 2003. Ammareal reverse jusqu'à 15% du prix net de cet article à des organisations caritatives. ENGLISH DESCRIPTION Book Condition: Used, Good. Edition 2003. Ammareal gives back up to 15% of this item's net price to charity organizations.
Verlag: Macmillan, 2003. 9780333989388, 2004
ISBN 10: 0333989384 ISBN 13: 9780333989388
Anbieter: Rothwell & Dunworth (ABA, ILAB), Dulverton, Vereinigtes Königreich
Erstausgabe Signiert
1st edn 1st printing signed and inscribed by author on half title. 8vo. Original gilt lettered green cloth (page edges lightly spotted - otherwise VG), dustwrapper (VG in protective cover, price clipped). Pp. xviii + 394, illus with b&w plates (no other inscriptions).
Verlag: London Macmillan 2003, 2004
ISBN 10: 0333989384 ISBN 13: 9780333989388
Anbieter: Chaucer Bookshop ABA ILAB, Canterbury, Vereinigtes Königreich
Erstausgabe
FIRST EDITION. Large 8vo hardback with dust jacket; 394pp, indexed, with b/w illustrations. A clean copy with no previous ownership inscriptions or annotation. Very light foxing to top edge, dust jacket priceclipped, overall VG/VG. (Shelf 200) ISBN: 0333989384 Buyer is responsible for any additional duties, taxes, or fees required by recipient's country.** Pictures available upon request.** Visit our homepage for our shop opening hours. Over 20,000 books in stock - come and browse. PayPal, credit and most debit cards welcome. Books posted worldwide. For any queries please contact us direct.
Verlag: Macmillan, London, 2003
ISBN 10: 0333989384 ISBN 13: 9780333989388
Anbieter: Any Amount of Books, London, Vereinigtes Königreich
Erstausgabe
8vo. pp: xviii, 394. Original publisher's taupe grey boards with gilt lettering at spine in original publisher's colour-illustrated dust jacket. Illustrated in black and white. Inscribed "for Simon (Parker Bowles) in appreciation Brough Scott June 2003" at title-page. With Simon Parker Bowles bookplate at ffep. ISBN: 0333989384 Bump at foot of spine. Slight rubbing at bottom of boards. Dust jacket has some signs of shelfwear. Otherwise solid and clean copy. Very good.