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Seuss, Dr (Theodor Seuss Geisel)
Estimate
2,500 - 3,000 GBP
bidding is closed
Description
- Seuss, Dr (Theodor Seuss Geisel)
- The Cat in the Hat. New York: Random House, 1957
- PAPER
small 4to, first edition, first issue, original pictorial boards (not laminated), dust-jacket (with "200/200" on upper flap and four paragraphs of educator’s reviews on lower cover and no reference to the "Beginner Books" series), minor loss to head of spine, slightly soiled dust-jacket with minor loss to head of spine and small paint marks
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."
"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
The true first edition of a title of which more than eleven million copies have been printed. This, the first of Dr Seuss’ “beginner books”, was turned in a film in 2003.