An insider's history of the Spencer family, this book tells the family's story from the sheepfarmers of the 16th century through the Civil War and then the relationship with the Marlboroughs, on through the 19th century when the third Earl was one of the architects of the 1832 Reform Bill, to recent years and the death of Princess Diana. In the last chapter, Charles Spencer writes about his own views of the family's history and what hopes he has for the future.
Read More
An insider's history of the Spencer family, this book tells the family's story from the sheepfarmers of the 16th century through the Civil War and then the relationship with the Marlboroughs, on through the 19th century when the third Earl was one of the architects of the 1832 Reform Bill, to recent years and the death of Princess Diana. In the last chapter, Charles Spencer writes about his own views of the family's history and what hopes he has for the future.
Read Less
Choose your shipping method in Checkout. Costs may vary based on destination.
Seller's Description:
Used-Very Good. SIGNED COPY VG hardback in VG price-clipped dustj. Presentation inscription by Spencer on half-title page. Dust jacket a little worn at head of spine.
Choose your shipping method in Checkout. Costs may vary based on destination.
Seller's Description:
Fine in Near fine jacket. Fine/Near fine. Viking, 1999. First edition-first printing. Purple hardback(gilt lettering to the spine) in fine condition, with Dj(a couple of scratches, small nicks and crease on the Dj cover) in near fine condition. Illustrated with colour, b/w photos, drawings. The book is new with light shelf wear on the Dj cover.360pp including Family tree, selected bibliography, index. First edition. Heavy book.
Choose your shipping method in Checkout. Costs may vary based on destination.
Seller's Description:
Dispatched, from the UK, within 48 hours of ordering. This book is in good condition but will show signs of previous ownership. Please expect some creasing to the spine and/or minor damage to the cover. Damaged cover. The cover of is slightly damaged for instance a torn or bent corner. Grubby book may have mild dirt or some staining, mostly on the edges of pages.