History of the British Expedition to Egypt;

to which is subjoined a Sketch of the Present State of that Country and its Means of Defence.

by Robert Thomas Wilson

illustrated with maps 

First American edition.  Philadelphia:  Conrad & Co., 1803  

Hardback is overall in VERY GOOD condition.

• Textured brown covers are mostly clean, with black label and gilt text and bands at spine.  Corners are sharp.  
• Spine has gilt text and is bright with firm ends.
• Binding is rebound. 
• New brown end papers/ pastedowns show little to no sign of age or wear.
• Frontispiece is present, shows staining to margins, and is creased.  See photos.  
• Foldout map at page 38, full-page map at page 102; panels show some closed tears and chipping at folds.  See photos.  
• Large, multi-panel folding chart following Appendix page 52 has tears at folds, chipping.  As Is.
• Interior is gently age-toned, exhibits some marginal toning, scattered foxing, some smudges, light edgewear, a 1/2" strip torn from margin on pg. 123, in-text damage to pages 53-55 of Appendix.  See photos.  
• Verso of frontispiece shows some initials in ink; textblock is free of writing and intentional marks.  See photos.
• PS2026.0401

317 + 135 pages. 5 x 8.5 inches

First American Edition, rebound and restored.  Mottled brown boards have gilt bands to spine and gilt title on black label.  Illustrated with frontis portrait of Sir Ralph Abercromby, a three panel fold-out map of Alexandria, a full page map of engagement at Rahmanie, and a multi-panel fold-out chart.  Interior is gently tanned, pages are pliable.  Some wear to first sheets, with some creases evident, owner's inked initials, a chipped corner.  Fold-out sheets show wear at creases, some closed tears, chipping.  Chart is AS IS.  Condition is overall Very Good. 

This volume offers a detailed account of Britain’s military campaign in Egypt during the Napoleonic Wars.  The book provides a comprehensive narrative of the expedition, emphasizing the strategic maneuvers, battles, and leadership that shaped the campaign, with a particular focus on the contributions of Sir Ralph Abercromby.  Robert Thomas Wilson (1777-1849), a British Army officer and historian, served under Abercromby in the Egyptian campaign.  Wilson's direct experience is reflected in his commentary on Egypt's political and military state at the time, including its defensive capabilities and resources.  Featuring maps and a portrait of Abercromby, the book serves both as a historical record and a tribute to the military achievements of the era.  It remains an invaluable resource for those interested in British military history and early 19th-century geopolitics.

First American Edition.  Printed in Wilmington, Delaware by Bonsal & Niles, Printers.  

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