Lot 8
  • 8

Chandler, Raymond.

Estimate
3,000 - 5,000 USD
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Description

  • Farewell, My Lovely. New York: Alfred A. Knopf, 1940
  • PAPER
8vo (187 x 126mm.), original orange cloth, top edges stained blue, covers and spine lettered in blue, dust-jacket, jacket slightly browned with wear to folds, slightly nicked and missing tiny pieces at head of spine

Literature

Bruccoli A2.1.a; Haycraft-Queen Cornerstone

Condition

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."

Catalogue Note

First edition. Filmed three times, it was his second book to feature the Los Angeles private eye Philip Marlowe.