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1817 Journal of a Tour and Residence in Great Britain, During the Years 1810 and 1811Edinburgh: 1817The second edition of Louis Simond's illustrated account of his time in Great Britain during the early nineteenth century, bound in decorative half calf. -
1897 Wellington: His Comrades and ContemporariesLondon: 1897A richly illustrated tribute to Wellington by Crimean War veteran and historian Major A. G. F. Griffiths, offering a compelling portrait of the Duke and his contemporaries, with 31 plates, a map of Belgium, and fold-out facsimiles. -
1893 The Letters of Lady BurghershLondon: 1893An elegant, first edition account of the later stages of the Napoleonic War, as experienced by a well-connected Englishwoman traveling through Europe. -
1896 The Traveller's Manual of Conversation in Four LanguagesLeipsic: 1896A smart stereotype edition of this manual of simple conversations for travel in four languages from Baedeker. -
1824-32 The History and Antiquities of Lewes and its Vicinity, with the SupplementSussex: 1824-32The first edition of T. W. Horsfield's two volume richly illustrated and comprehensive history of Lewes in Sussex, with the very scarce supplement, all bound into one volume. -
1998 2vol The Ottoman WorldLondon: 1998Two smart first edition volumes of this bibliographical catalogue of the Ottoman World, in the original plastic shrink wrap. -
1939 Strassen und Bauten Adolf HitlersBerlin: 1939An illustrated look at the movements in city planning that Hitler had been pursuing after the 1933 takeover. -
1845 Voyage de Paris a la mer par Rouen et le HavreParis: 1845Illustrated with four folding maps, this is the very scarce first edition of Jules Janin's account of a journey through France in the 1840s, utilising the railway. -
1990 Brandy De JerezMadrid: 1990A very scarce first English edition of this illustrated study of the Brandy of Jerez. -
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1992 A Celebration of Taylor's Port Published to Mark the 300th Anniversary of the Foundation of the House of TaylorLondon: 1992A very smart first edition of this anniversary celebration from Taylor's Port, with a signed presentation card. -
1973 G. H. Mumm et CieRheims: 1973A very scarce first edition of this illustrated study of the G. H. Mumm & Cie Champagne house. -
1990 Le Vignoble de Chablis en Cartes Postales AnciennesZaltbommel/Pays Bas: 1990A smart first edition of this very scarce collection of old postcards from Chablis vineyards, with French and English descriptions. -
1949 A Glimpse of MadeiraLondon: 1949A compelling history of Madeira, illustrated with many photographs and complete with the very scarce original dust wrapper. -
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1951 The Wines of the World Pocket LibraryLondon: 1951A charming collection of pocket books from this 'Wines of the World' series, one of which is signed by editor Andre L. Simon. -
1984-1989 A Collection of Works on Spanish WineLondon; Rioja: 1984-1989A lovely set of three titles surveying the wines and attractions of Spain, particularly the prestigious wine region of Rioja. -
1926 Almanach du Franc Buveur Pour 1926Paris : 1926A scarce copy of this 1926 almanac for "Free Drinkers", offering recipes, historical pieces and poems. -
1953 Bouquet de France: An Epicurean Tour of the French ProvincesNew York: 1953The second printing of this richly illustrated guide through French cuisine, wines and culture. -
1883 Bordeaux and Its Wines Classed by Order of MeritParis; Bordeaux: 1883A very scarce English edition of this study of the wines of Bordeaux from the creators of Cocks & Feret, Charles Cocks and Michel-Edouard Feret. -
1995 Grands Vins: The Finest Chateaux of Bordeaux and Their WinesLondon: 1995A smart first edition of this very scarce study of the finest wines of Bordeaux from British wine writer Clive Coates. -
1983 Les Grands Vins de Saint-Emilion Pomerol FronsacParis: 1983A smart copy of this illustrated study of the wines of Saint-Emilion Pomerol Fronsac, from French professor Henri Enjalbert, in the original French. -
1951 Wines of FranceNew York: 1951A smart first edition of this study of the wines of France, with maps throughout. -
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1988 The Story of ChampagneLondon: 1988A very smart first edition of this illustrated history of Champagne, signed by the author to the half-title. -
1934 Claret and the White Wines of BordeauxLondon: 1934A very scarce copy of this guide through Bordeaux' wine, complete with the original dust wrapper. -
1935 In Search of Wine: A Tour of the Vineyards of FranceLondon: 1935A smart first edition, second impression of this detailed tour of the vineyards of France from wine expert, Charles Walter Berry. -
1952 Paris CuisineBoston: 1952An early printing of this illustrated French recipe book from American chef James A. Beard, also serving as a guide to Paris' restaurants. -
1967-1995 9vol A Collection of Volumes on French Wines and Dining in FranceLondon; New York; Paris: 1967-1995A smart collection of nine volumes on the different wine regions of France and French dining, with illustrations throughout. -
1929 Where Paris DinesLondon: 1929A smart first edition of this very scarce guide to dining in Paris, with discussions of French wines. -
1984 Bordeaux, Ses Environs Et Ses Vins: Classes Par Ordre De MeriteBordeaux: 1984A smartly bound reproduction of this study of the wines of Bordeaux from Charles Cocks, translated into French. -
1924 The Wines of FranceLondon: 1924A second impression of this very scarce study of the wines of France from English journalist Herbert Warner Allen. -
1966 Eric Whelpton's Gastronomic Guide to Unknown FranceLondon: 1966A charming first edition guide to 1960s French dining, complete with the original unclipped dust wrapper. -
1992 Chateau Nairac - Barsac Sauternes & Programme des Expositions de la Fete du SoleilPerigueux: 1992A very smart guide to the Chateau Nairac on the occasion of the Festival of the Sun, 1992, in the original French. -
1947 The Complete Year Book of French Quality Wines, Spirits and LiqueursParis : 1947A remarkable yearbook offering a complete record on the wines, liqueurs and aperitifs of France. -
1977 Les Grands Vins de BordeauxBordeaux: 1977An extensive French guide to the fine wines of Bordeaux, including surveys of many different chateaus. -
1952 Saisons d'Alsace No. 3 (15): La Route du Vin d'AlsaceStrasbourg: 1952A smart copy of this issue of Saisons d'Alsace focused on the Alsace Wine Route, in the original French. -
1987 Etablissements Jean-Pierre MoueixLibourne : 1987A very scarce history of the Etablissements Jean-Pierre Moueix Bordeaux negociant house, in the original French with English translations. -
1948 G. H. Mumm & Co.Paris: 1948A very scarce copy of this illustrated study to the G. H. Mumm & Cie champagne house.