1860 – History of Crimean War – Tyrell | Illustrated Battle Scenes & Russia Maps

Henry Tyrrell was a 19th-century historian known for his studies and expertise on Russian history and wars with Russia. “History of the War with Russia” depicts the English struggle against Russia in the Crimean War. This illustrated work features many of the celebrated and decorated military officers, major events during the war, maps and plans, and battle scenes. Tyrrell provides an accurate and important historical account of the people and government bodies involved, including both Turks and Russians, in addition to English rule.

Bibliographic Details

• Title: The History of the Present War with Russia
• Author(s): Henry Tyrrell
• Publisher: London: The London Printing and Publishing Company
• Edition: First edition, circa 1860
• Binding: Red cloth hardcover
• Format: (4to), two volumes in six-tomes
• Size:  11.25in x 7.75in (28.5 cm x 20 cm)
• Collation: 338, [xxxix] pp; continuous pagination
  • Title pages for each of the two volumes bound at the back of tome 6
• Illustrations: Numerous engraved portraits, fold-out maps, and military scenes
• Contents Include:
  • Accounts of the Crimean War
  • Illustrated maps and battles
  • Profiles of British, Turkish, and Russian commanders
  • Narratives on key events

Condition:

Very Good. The red cloth shows moderate rubbing; gilt decorations remain. Text blocks are secure. All fold-outs and engravings intact. Pages show age-appropriate toning.

Why Collect This?

• First edition of Tyrrell’s Crimean War history
• Issued in two volumes across six parts
• Illustrated with full-page plates and fold-out maps

Item Number: # 50018