1906 A Short History of Napoleon the First | John Robert Seeley | Cambridge School Prize Fine Binding

A beautifully preserved Cambridge school prize binding of A Short History of Napoleon the First by noted historian John Robert Seeley, published in London by Seeley & Co. in 1906.

Elegantly bound in full crimson leather with an elaborately gilt-decorated spine, gilt ruled borders, the gilt armorial crest of the presenting school, and fine gilt dentelle tooling to the inner board edges. Rich marbled endpapers complement the binding, creating a refined presentation characteristic of superior Edwardian prize bindings.

An original presentation leaf identifies the book as having been awarded by Schola Cantabrigiensis, adding a wonderful element of provenance.

Seeley’s concise history traces Napoleon’s extraordinary rise from Corsican officer to Emperor of France, examining his military genius, political reforms, European campaigns, and lasting influence on world history. Written by the distinguished Cambridge historian, the work provides an introduction to one of history’s most fascinating figures.

Condition: Very Good. Binding tight. Clean interior. Gilt to all edges. 336pp.

Size: 5” x 7 1/2”

An elegant volume suited to the collector of fine bindings, Napoleonic history, Cambridge prize books, or classic military literature.