Gordon, W. J.

Bands of the British Army

London: Frederick Warne & Co Ltd. Stansell, F. 1st Edition. Oblong 4to. Hardcover. pp. 25, complete with 12 chromolithographs. Illustrated boards. A children's book with bright illustrations of examples of bandsmen in full uniform with instruments, in the army in the late 19th C. The accompanying text gives a history of the military band, from the 18th C, and provides descriptions of the instruments, such as the fife, kettledrum, and bugle. These colourful books are rare in complete form. Very Good. Item #020558

Price: $158.65 NZD