Second Hand Under French’s Command
A Story of the Western Front
Author : Capt. F. S. Brereton
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Condition
Book Condition: Acceptable / Fair
A well-used but complete copy. The pictorial boards are heavily worn and faded, with significant rubbing, marking, and surface loss to the front and rear covers. Spine shows wear and softening at the ends.
Internally, the binding remains intact but shows signs of strain, particularly at the front hinge where cracking and splitting are visible. Pages are generally complete but show age-related toning, with occasional marks and some spotting. Pencil pricing/notations are present to the endpapers.
No dust jacket present (as issued or now absent).
A solid reading copy with clear signs of age and use, priced accordingly.
Details
General - Pages : 336 | Images : Contains illustrated front cover artwork and internal black-and-white photographic plate(s) | Publisher : Blackie & Son Ltd | Place of Publication : United Kingdom | Language : English
Hardback - Year of Publication : 1915 | Edition : early edition | Size : 190mm x 130mm
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Under French’s Command by Capt. F. S. Brereton is a classic example of early First World War juvenile fiction, written during or shortly after the conflict itself. Brereton, a prolific author of imperial and military adventure stories, brings readers directly into the experience of the Western Front under the leadership of Field Marshal Sir John French.
Blending patriotic narrative with vivid depictions of trench warfare, the book captures the tone and sentiment of wartime Britain, offering both a historical artefact and an engaging story of courage, duty, and endurance. Works such as this were instrumental in shaping contemporary perceptions of the war and remain of interest to collectors of First World War literature and early 20th-century boys’ fiction.
The volume features period cover art and includes photographic plate material, enhancing its appeal as a representative example of wartime publishing. Today, it serves as both a readable narrative and a collectible piece reflecting the cultural history of the Great War.
