Conrad, Joseph and Ford Maddox Hueffer

8vo, second American edition ("second impression" on imprint page), signed by the author ("Joseph Conrad") on front free endpaper, formerly in the collection of the author's agent J.B. Pinker, typed note signed and dated by Bertram Rota, 22 October 1928, noting provenance, 8 half-tone plates after Charles R. Macauley, original dark blue smooth cloth lettered in gilt on spine and upper cover together with design of dolphins and anchors in grey on upper cover, extremities slightly bumped, bookplate

J.B. Pinker, provenance note; Michael Scott, bookplate

see Cagle p. 47

Condition is described in the main body of the cataloguing, where appropriate.
"In response to your inquiry, we are pleased to provide you with a general report of the condition of the property described above. Since we are not professional conservators or restorers, we urge you to consult with a restorer or conservator of your choice who will be better able to provide a detailed, professional report. Prospective buyers should inspect each lot to satisfy themselves as to condition and must understand that any statement made by Sotheby's is merely a subjective, qualified opinion. Prospective buyers should also refer to any Important Notices regarding this sale, which are printed in the Sale Catalogue.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF BUSINESS PRINTED IN THE SALE CATALOGUE."