When Britain Burned The White House: The 1814 Invasion Of Washington
Condition: SECONDHAND
This is a secondhand book. The jacket image is a photograph of the exact copy we have in stock. This image shows the condition of this book. Further condition remarks are below.
Author: Peter Snow
Binding: Hardback
Published: JOHN MURRAY, 2013
Condition:
Book: Good, ex-library
Jacket: Worn/faded, no tears
Pages: Good
Markings: Ex-library with usual markings
Condition remarks: ex-library with stamps on inside cover; pages in good condition with some tanning to edges; some rubbing of cloth cover and creasing of dust cover
When Britain Burned The White House: The 1814 Invasion Of Washington chronicles a pivotal and often overlooked moment in American history, detailing the dramatic events of the War of 1812. Peter Snow presents a vivid account of the British forces' audacious assault on the young nation's capital, culminating in the destruction of its most iconic symbols. The narrative uncovers the strategic blunders and heroic stands that defined this conflict, illustrating the profound impact it had on the nascent United States. This compelling work offers a gripping look at a nation under siege, revealing the resilience and determination forged in the crucible of war.
Author: Peter Snow
Binding: Hardback
Published: JOHN MURRAY, 2013
Condition:
Book: Good, ex-library
Jacket: Worn/faded, no tears
Pages: Good
Markings: Ex-library with usual markings
Condition remarks: ex-library with stamps on inside cover; pages in good condition with some tanning to edges; some rubbing of cloth cover and creasing of dust cover
When Britain Burned The White House: The 1814 Invasion Of Washington chronicles a pivotal and often overlooked moment in American history, detailing the dramatic events of the War of 1812. Peter Snow presents a vivid account of the British forces' audacious assault on the young nation's capital, culminating in the destruction of its most iconic symbols. The narrative uncovers the strategic blunders and heroic stands that defined this conflict, illustrating the profound impact it had on the nascent United States. This compelling work offers a gripping look at a nation under siege, revealing the resilience and determination forged in the crucible of war.