Fleming, Ian.

Casino Royale. Jonathan Cape, 1953, 8vo, first edition, original black cloth lettered in red on spine and with heart design on upper cover, dust-jacket, first issue without review, tears, fraying and some spotting to jacket; Diamonds are Forever. Jonathan Cape, 1956, 8vo, first edition, original black cloth with silver diamond on upper cover, dust-jacket, some minor fraying to extremities of jacket, minor spotting to edges of both volumes 

Condition is described in the main body of the catalogue, 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."

the first edition of the first bond novel, together with a copy of the fourth in the series.