Anecdotes of the French Revolution of 1830. by CARPENTER, William.

18mo (138 × 88 mm) in sixes and threes, pp. [2], ii, [2], 282; with 5 plates, further illustrations in the text; contemporary polished half roan, spine lettered gilt, rubbed, corners worn.

First edition, by the journalist and champion of political reform, William Carpenter (1794–1874). ‘The following little work pretends not to the character of a history; but it will be found to embody, in consecutive order, the leading events of the late glorious revolution in France, derived from the most authentic sources, and interspersed with such remarks and reflections as they naturally call forth’ (Preface).