James Morris - Pax Britannica (trilogía) - 1973-1992
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James Morris’s Pax Britannica trilogy comprises three hardback volumes in blue cloth with a gold medallion on the spine, an illustrated Folio Society edition in English totaling 1250 pages with a supplied illustrated slipcase.
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Auction Announcement – Folio Society
James Morris – 'Pax Britannica Trilogy' (3 volumes, 1994) – with illustrated case
I present at auction the 1994 Folio Society edition of the famous historical triptych 'Pax Britannica' by James Morris, one of the most recognized works on the history of the British Empire.
This edition consists of three hardcover volumes, bound in petroleum blue cloth with a golden medallion on the cover and embossing on the spine, and includes its original illustrated case, sturdy and in excellent condition.
Include the 3 original volumes of the Folio Society set.
Heaven’s Command (Volume I)
Pax Britannica (Volume II)
Farewell the Trumpets (Volume III)
Detailed description
Editorial: The Folio Society
Year of this edition: 1994 (5th printing for Folio)
Author: James Morris (later Jan Morris)
Binding: Hardcover in blue fabric, with gold embossing, featuring a medallion with a portrait of Queen Victoria.
Pages: High-quality printing on Wove paper, stitched binding.
Case: Illustrated with a Victorian scene. Very clean, without structural damages.
General condition
Books: Excellent condition. No signs of use, no stains, no highlights. Very white pages.
Lomos: Perfect.
Covers: Like new.
Case: Very well preserved.
Content
The trilogy 'Pax Britannica' is an essential work that narrates the rise and fall of the British Empire during the Victorian era. It is considered one of the most elegant and best-written historical chronicles of the 20th century.
Collector's interest
The Folio Society editions are highly sought after for their quality of craftsmanship and luxurious presentation.
This complete set in excellent condition is ideal for history collectors, Folio editions, or Victorian-themed enthusiasts.
Auction Announcement – Folio Society
James Morris – 'Pax Britannica Trilogy' (3 volumes, 1994) – with illustrated case
I present at auction the 1994 Folio Society edition of the famous historical triptych 'Pax Britannica' by James Morris, one of the most recognized works on the history of the British Empire.
This edition consists of three hardcover volumes, bound in petroleum blue cloth with a golden medallion on the cover and embossing on the spine, and includes its original illustrated case, sturdy and in excellent condition.
Include the 3 original volumes of the Folio Society set.
Heaven’s Command (Volume I)
Pax Britannica (Volume II)
Farewell the Trumpets (Volume III)
Detailed description
Editorial: The Folio Society
Year of this edition: 1994 (5th printing for Folio)
Author: James Morris (later Jan Morris)
Binding: Hardcover in blue fabric, with gold embossing, featuring a medallion with a portrait of Queen Victoria.
Pages: High-quality printing on Wove paper, stitched binding.
Case: Illustrated with a Victorian scene. Very clean, without structural damages.
General condition
Books: Excellent condition. No signs of use, no stains, no highlights. Very white pages.
Lomos: Perfect.
Covers: Like new.
Case: Very well preserved.
Content
The trilogy 'Pax Britannica' is an essential work that narrates the rise and fall of the British Empire during the Victorian era. It is considered one of the most elegant and best-written historical chronicles of the 20th century.
Collector's interest
The Folio Society editions are highly sought after for their quality of craftsmanship and luxurious presentation.
This complete set in excellent condition is ideal for history collectors, Folio editions, or Victorian-themed enthusiasts.
Details
Number of Books
3
Subject
History
Book Title
Pax Britannica (trilogía)
Author/ Illustrator
James Morris
Condition
As new
Publication year oldest item
1973
Publication year youngest item
1992
Edition
Illustrated Edition, Reprint
Language
English
Original language
Yes
Publisher
The Folio Society
Binding/ Material
Hardback
Number of pages
1250
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