169. Field of Mars (The): being an Alphabetical Digestion of the Principal Naval and Military Engagements…, 2 vol., first edition, engraved frontispieces and 57 maps, plates and plans, a few folding (one torn and repaired), list of subscribers at end of vol.2, Sir Thomas Bertie’s copy with his signature on half-titles and titles, ex-United Services Club library with bookplates, some light browning, a few plates cropped, modern half calf, 4to, 1780-81.
est. £250 – £350
Including many descriptions of North American battles.
Sir Thomas Bertie (1758-1825), admiral, entered the navy in 1773 where he was a messmate of Nelson.