Lot 08339

ANCEL Jacques, “Les Travaux et les Jours De LArmée DOrient (1915-1918) / avec 2 cartes et 16 photographiés hors texte”, Editions Bossard, Paris, 1921. In 16mo, p. 234, plus large fold out map of Macedonia. Richly illustrated. Jacques Ancel was one of the most influential scientists (geographer and geopolitician) of his generation. During the Great War, he was attached to the Headquarters of the French Armys Oriental Corps, where he acquired substantial experience in field operations in Macedonia, making his approach to the border question unique. Detailed information about the Thessaloniki expedition of the French army. Original soft cover, title on red and black on front board ad spine, medium wear. Page browning and spotting throughout, but clean and tight. Untrimmed pages. Good and Scarce copy.