this is "Grand Ballon Captif A Vapeur" by Henry Giffard and the story of his balloon built for the Universal Exposition in Paris in July 1878. 69 pages. first edition. Text in French. Also included is a gilt medal with its ribbon, which was a souvenir for ascending into Giffard's Balloon at the Tuileries Gardens at the Expo. Many illustrations. Bound in Green Hardcover. Published by G. Masson. Illustrations by Albert Tissandier. CONDITION: VG foxing to pages. medal is VG with areas darkened I will package securely, ship via the US Post Office and add tracking. international should go Priority Mail but can be first class. Thank you. Please see my other auctions for pulps, books, magazines, sports items, antiques and gifts.. International Buyers ? Please Note: Import duties, taxes, and charges are not included in the item price or shipping cost. These charges are the buyer's responsibility. Please check with your country's customs office to determine what these additional costs will be prior to bidding or buying.