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Lot 576

The Second World War.

Estimate: $300 - $500

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Churchill, Winston S[pencer]. The Second World War. London et al: Cassell & Co., [1948/54]. Complete 6-volume set comprising of The Gathering Storm (1948); Their Finest Hour (1949); The Grand Alliance (1950); The Hinge of Fate (1951); Closing the Ring (1952); and Triumph and Tragedy (1954). First edition, first printings. Publisher?s black cloth, spines titled in gilt, red top stains, original unclipped dust jackets. Few volumes illustrated with facsimiles, maps (many folding), charts and tables. 8vos. Vol. I with light shelf wear near spine panel ends, Vol. IV with contemporary ownership inscription to front fly; else a fine set.