Lot 109
  • 109

Conrad, Joseph

Estimate
700 - 900 GBP
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Description

  • Conrad, Joseph
  • Henry James: an appreciation. London: printed for Thomas J. Wise, 1919
  • PAPER
8vo, first edition, one of 25 copies, signed by the author on the half-title, original pink wove paper wrappers printed in black on upper cover, collector's chemise and purple morocco-backed slipcase, some very minor fading towards spine

Literature

Cagle A26

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

One of T.J. Wise's privately printed pamphlets and, although not called-for, signed by the author. The text first appeared in the North American Review in January 1905 and was reprinted in that periodical in April 1916, the year of James' death. The text was later included within Notes on Life and Letters.