Vintage Hardcover The Tontine Volume 1 by Thomas B. Costain, 1955

This copy of The Tontine Volume 1 by Thomas B Costain is a First Edition printed in 1955 and is the first of the series.  The book itself is in excellent condition complete with dust cover.

The Tontine is a form of gambling. The story begins with the Battle of Waterloo and ends when the 19th Century is drawing to a close. The action centers in London and includes Kings, Princesses, Millionaires, Actors, Sailors, etc.