Description
This historical account provides a detailed narrative of the Lombok Expedition, a significant military campaign in the late 19th century. The book offers insights into the events leading up to the attack on Tjakra Negara, the subsequent reinforcements, and the eventual downfall of the Lombok royal house. It includes appendices listing the officers involved, details of the Lombok royal family, and records of those who were wounded or decorated. The text is complemented by illustrations and maps, providing a comprehensive view of the expedition's context and impact.
Published 1896
Binding of book is intact. Front and back covers are clean of foxing with fraying of edges. Gilt present on front cover and not tarnished. Some fading on spine with gilt present but slightly tarnished. Some tanning and foxing on top, fore, and bottom edges. Slight foxing on endpapers and slight on some pages. Pages are clean of annotations with slight tanning around margins. Inserts are intact with slight foxing. Faded edge paint.
Condition: Well Read