Extended title: Life of Field Marshal His Grace the Duke of Wellington. Maroon textured cloth with black and gold embossed decorations in Late Victorian style. Arthur Wellesley, 1st Duke of Wellington [1769-1852] was involved in defeating Napoleon at Waterloo among other military actions. He was an MP and Prime Minister twice. Some pages browning around the edges. Previous owner's signature in front. Excellent account of this contemporary of Jane Austen as viewed at the end of the 19th century. W. Nicholson & Sons, London. 335 pgs, USED. $30.00