Lot 20: BURKE, EDMUND

An Impartial History of the War in America, between Great Britain and her Colonies, from its Commencement to the end of the Year 1779. London: Printed for R. Faulder and J. Milliken, 1780 8vo (8 1/4 x 5 in.; 210 x 128 mm). Folding engraved map of North America, 13 engraved portrait plates of soldiers and statesmen, section-title to Appendix; two tears in folding map of which one is mended, quires 3A-3B somewhat browned, offset from plates, occasional light spotting. Modern speckled calf, gilt-stamped red morocco title label on spine; joints mended, some light wear at extremities.

Church 1171; Howes B975; Sabin 34375

Acquistion: Ursus Rare Books

First edition of this remarkably impartial treatment of the sources and consequences of the Revolution, primarily collected for its plates. The portraits include Washington, Franklin, Hancock, Arnold, Samuel Adams, and Howe. A handsome copy.