Burton, Sir Richard Francis.

first edition, second issue (?), 8vo (193 x 130mm.), half-title, 2 engraved maps, 4 coloured lithographed plates, with the first leaf of the suppressed appendix iv, pp.539/4 (the second leaf of the Appendix, p.595 [verso blank], is lacking as usual), contemporary calf school prize binding gilt, arms to upper cover, spine in compartments with raised bands gilt, preserved in a brown clamshell case, a little light offsetting or discoloration to text, binding a little marked

Herbert C. Foulsham, prize, awarded July 1867, St Marylebone & All Souls Grammar School, London, bookplate

Penzer pp.60-63; Casada 35; Spink 16

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."

first edition of the author's first african expedition, with one leaf of the exceptionally rare suppressed Appendix IV on female circumcision. This appendix was the only one to be printed in Latin, although it is titled in English: A Brief Description of Certain Peculiar Customs. "Penzer had seen no copy [with the appendix]. It is most probable that only those few copies (possibly not more than 6), for Burton's own private use were ever printed with 'Appendix IV'. Burton's own library... does not contain a copy with Appendix IV." (Spink)