Lot 595
  • 595

Buck, Pearl S

Estimate
2,000 - 3,000 GBP
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Description

  • Buck, Pearl S
  • The Good Earth. New York: The John Day Company, 1931
  • paper
8vo, advance reading copy of the author's second book, signed by the author on half-title, original illustrated wrappers, original publisher's prospectus loosely inserted, illustrated endpapers, with the publisher's wraparound band, collector's quarter green morocco folding box, minor tearing to spine, wrappers and spine slightly darkened, wrap-around band slightly chipped and repaired

Condition

Condition is described in the main body of the cataloguing, when 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."