Johns, W.E.

The Cruise of the Condor. [1933], first edition, 5 plates, unrestored price-clipped dust-jacket slightly frayed at extremities; The Black Peril. [c.1935], 5 plates, tears and minor loss to one plate, professional restoration to dust-jacket including some new sections, ownership signature; Biggles Flies Again. [c.1934], 5 plates, no catalogue at rear, professional restoration to price-clipped dust-jacket including some new sections; "Biggles" of the Camel Squadron. [c.1936], 5 plates, 36pp. publisher's catalogue at rear (dated Autumn 1936), unrestored dust-jacket frayed with minor loss at extremities; all 8vo, early issues, dust-jackets, bindings slightly worn with some fading, head and foot of spines bumped (4)

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."

A fine collection including a near fine copy of the second Biggles book and the extremely rare The Black Peril in dust-jacket.