Churchill, Sir Winston

London to Ladysmith via Praetoria. London: Longmans, Green, and Co., 1900, 8vo (190 x 122mm.), first edition, first printing, four maps of which three are folding, 2pp. publisher’s advertisements and 32pp. publisher’s catalogue (code 10/99) at end, original brown cloth lettered in gilt on spine and with lettering and design in black and red on upper cover, [Cohen A4.1.a], some creases to leaves, ownership inscriptions, upper hinge split, binding slightly soiled; London to Ladysmith via Praetoria. London: Longmans, Green, and Co., 1900, 8vo (190 x 122mm.), new impression, four maps of which three are folding, 2pp. publisher’s advertisements and 32pp. publisher’s catalogue (code 7/00) at end, original brown cloth lettered in gilt on spine and with lettering and design in black and red on upper cover, [Cohen A4.1.b], some spotting, extremities bumped

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."