The Russo-Japanese War, Fully Illustrated No. 4

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Large paperback, quarto sized, double column format, staple bound with pictorial illustrated covers. pp. 425-566. number 4 of a series 10 parts. Profusely ilustrated with contemporary photographs, (18 full page, over 150 other), three fold-out maps including very large map at rear), and 8 full page color plates (one double page). A contemporary Japanese publication meant for foreign distribution. Contains brief historical introduction to Japanese society from earliest time to the Tokugawa government, with the bulk of the book devoted to general wartime news, military accounts and wartime anectodes. Contemporary ads for Japanese firms are included at front and rear. Solidly bound with all color plates present and all pages firmly attached. Front and rear wrappers present and intact, showing moderate wear and age soiling. Most of paper spine gone. Interior is clean and unmarked. Color plates still bold and retain their original tissue guards. A sound, complete copy of a scarce publication. Fair.

Additional information

Book Author

Kinkodo Publishing

Publisher

Kinkodo-Shoseki-Kabushiki-Kaisha [Kinkodo Publishing]

Publish Year

Publish Place

Tokyo

Size

4to – over 9¾" – 12" tall

Book Condition

Binding Type

Soft cover

Language