The Last Nine Days of the Bismarck

This hardcover edition shows signs of wear consistent with library use. The dust jacket is intact but exhibits edge wear and library stickers. The binding remains firm, and the pages are clean, though there are library stamps and markings present. Overall, it is a sturdy copy suitable for collectors and enthusiasts of historical naval literature.

"The Last Nine Days of the Bismarck" by C. S. Forester, published by Little, Brown and Company in 1959, is a compelling historical account of the infamous German battleship Bismarck's final days. This edition is identified as a First Edition, printed in Boston and Toronto. C. S. Forester, renowned for his naval warfare narratives, delivers a detailed chronicle of the Bismarck's strategic maneuvers and ultimate demise during World War II. This copy, an ex-library edition from Hooker, Oklahoma, features library markings and stamps. The dust jacket, though worn, retains its original depiction of naval imagery, adding to its historical allure. This edition is a valuable find for collectors interested in naval history and World War II narratives.