first edition Softcover
(c.1941) · (n.p.)
by Forester, C.S.
(n.p.): Editions for the Armed Services, Inc.. Very Good. (c.1941). First Edition. Softcover. [good sound copy, some fading/puckering to spine, slight spine roll, light edgewear to covers, typical age-toning to edges]. Forester's "first novel with an American hero, Captain Josiah Peabody of the frigate Delaware," featuring his exploits during the War of 1812. The ASEs, designed to fit in the pocket of a soldier's uniform, were widely distributed to U.S. service members during World War II. . (Inventory #: 29918)