War & Sport in India Hunting Tiger 1802-1806 Officer's Diary 1913 British Empire

Description: War and Sport in India, 1802-1806: An Officer's Diary Author: An officer; [Pester, John]; Title: War and Sport in India, 1802-1806: An Officer's Diary Publication: London: Heath, Cranton & Ouseley, 1913 Description: Hardcover. London: Heath, Cranton & Ouseley, [1913]. First Edition.Original cloth, lettered in gilt.494 pages.8 3/4" x 6".Includes foldout map.Fair. Hinges cracked else tight binding; a few light stains and foxing; covers very worn with chips to spine.Czech: "Pester, an officer in the British East India Company, arrived in the subcontinent in 1801, and saw service in the Mahratta Wars of the early nineteenth century. His diaries...reveal numerous military engagements and marches through India. While in cantonment near Bareilly, he enjoyed hunting buffalo, wild boar, and numerous deer species, but tiger shooting tended to be his preferred sport."SEE OUR OTHER LISTINGS FOR MORE INTERESTING RARE AND COLLECTIBLE BOOKS.. Fair / No Jacket. Seller ID: 18457 Subject: Exploration & Travel, History (non-American) At LaCelle Rare Books we offer rare and important books from Literary Classics and Children's Books to Americana and Civil War. Over the years we've had many of the great landmarks of literature as well as thousands of other interesting and collectible books in all categories. If you are looking for a book we don't have listed right now feel free to reach out and you'll be the first to know when we list the titles you're looking for. We're also available to answer questions about our books or provide additional photos. All dust jackets are placed in clear mylar protective covers to preserve them for your collection. Guarantee All books are guaranteed to be as described. We have been in the field for almost 20 years and have a depth of knowledge in the identification of first editions and the authentication of signatures. Every signature is guaranteed to be authentic and every first edition is guaranteed to be the first edition. We've offered this guarantee for many years and have an almost 100% buyer satisfaction rate. Shipping We ship within 1 business day of purchase. All books will be securely and safely packaged to make sure you receive your purchase in the condition advertised. In addition, every package is insured at it's full value. We will combine Shipping on multiple purchases to save you on shipping costs. We also ship anywhere in the world. If you don't see that option or if you'd rather your purchases not be sent through eBay's Global Shipping program please inquire for more details.Check out our other listings for more interesting and collectible books. Don't forget to add us to your Favorite Sellers!(it's the ? Save this seller link just below our name on our store page)This listing was created by Bibliopolis.

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