Dublin edition. 2 volumes. 2 folding engraved plates, 2 folding maps and a foldout plan, all at the end of volume II. 8vo. Contemporary full calf, with small and light stain at head of upper board, volume II and small chip out of the lower part of the upper board of the same volume. Lacks front free endpaper and first blank in this same volume. xv, 462; xv, 430pp. Colles et al. Dublin, 1787.
“The most flattering account of America that had ever been written” according to Jefferson, the author met many of the most influential characters of revolutionary America because of his duties as liaison officer between Rochambeau and Washington. This work though, is less about military affairs and is more a social commentary written by an acute observer. He leaves us a remarkable pen portrait of Washington.
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