Auction 746, Lot # 206
HM - Harris Chynoweth, W. The Fall of Maximilian, Late Emperor of Mexico. London: Published by the author, 1872. 4o., XVIII + 277 p. With an historical introduction, the events immediately preceding his acceptance of the crown, and a particular description of the causes which led to his execution; together with a correct report of the able defense made by his advocates before the court-martial, and their persevering efforts on his behalf at the seat of the republican government. Frontispicio con facsímil de firma de Maximiliano y mapa plegado. Cofia rasgada, y pastas y lomo gastados. Encuadernado en pasta dura. Estimado $5,000-7,000
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