Creasy's Fifteen Decisive Battles

Edward Shepherd Creasy was an important historian of the 19th century, one with all of the faults that come with such a distinction.  This fascinatingly Eurocentric history, detailing fifteen of what Creasy deemed to be the most important battles of world history, contains descriptions of the defeat of the Spanish Armada, the defeat of Napoleon, the Athenian assault at Marathon, and the victory of the Americans at Saratoga, all detailing the reasons why they contributed to Western, “enlightened” civilization—a civilization, naturally made by men of Creasy's caliber.  This book is for anyone interested in 19th century history, to view it for its grandeur, flaws, and historical context. 

Title stamped in gold. Bound in tan leather, in great condition for its age.  

1876, Richard Bentley and Sons, 407 pages, 22nd edition— from Marathon to Waterloo.