73-CLAUSEWITZ (Carl von). Theory of the Great War. Translated by Lt-Col. de Vatry. Paris, Baudoin, 1886 - 1889, 4 vols. in-8, midnight-blue morocco, ornate ribbed spine, wide gilt lace on covers framed with gilt fillets and roulette, interior lace, gilt edges (period binding). First complete translation of this major book on military thought. The translator, Colonel Vatry, had first published Clausewitz's six exclusively military books in three volumes in 1886 and 1887. It was only in 1889 that the work was completed with the publication of the other two books, which deal with the nature of war and the foundations to be given to his theory, and which are here entitled Introduction. Very rare complete. A very fine copy in an exceptional binding for this type of work. Slight loss to one headband.