Description
A first edition, first printing published by Methuen in 1940. A very good book without inscriptions with some light staining to the bottom edge of the boards. In a very good edgeworn unclipped wrapper with two small chips – one to the foot of the spine and one to the top of the rear panel.
A historical novel set during the American Revolutionary War. It follows the experiences of Sergeant Roger Lamb, an Irish soldier in the British Army’s Ninth Regiment. Based on real memoirs, the novel provides a soldier’s perspective on the war, detailing battles, hardships, and shifting loyalties. Unlike traditional British narratives, it presents a nuanced view of the conflict, portraying American rebels with respect while critiquing British leadership. With rich historical detail and Graves’ signature storytelling, the novel offers an engaging, realistic depiction of military life in the 18th century.
