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Lot 97
  • 97

Joyce, James.

Estimate
2,000 - 3,000 GBP
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Description

  • Ulysses. Paris: John Rodker for (London: the Egoist Press , 1922 [1923].
  • PAPER
8vo, first English edition (printed in France), one of 2000 copies, original blue wrappers printed in white; [together with:] Ulysses: Errata List, two leaves folded to make eight pages, preserved in folding cloth case and slipcase; light foxing to fore-edge, some slight edge-wear to wrappers

Literature

Slocum & Cahoon A18

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."

Catalogue Note

Printed in Paris from the first edition plates. It was reported that approximately 500 copies were destroyed by U.S. Customs officials.