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Cooper, James Fenimore
Estimate
6,000 - 8,000 USD
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Description
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The Spy: A Tale of the Neutral Ground. New York: Wiley & Halsted, 1821
2 volumes, in 6s (7 x 4 in.; 178 x 105 mm). Second state of vol. 2, with pages 285 and 286 in proper position. Both volumes browned throughout, long tear affecting text in 1:3. Contemporary sheep; rebacked, hinges strengthened, marginal browning to pastedowns. Quarter red morocco folding-case.
2 volumes, in 6s (7 x 4 in.; 178 x 105 mm). Second state of vol. 2, with pages 285 and 286 in proper position. Both volumes browned throughout, long tear affecting text in 1:3. Contemporary sheep; rebacked, hinges strengthened, marginal browning to pastedowns. Quarter red morocco folding-case.
Provenance
Edward C. Nelson of Marlborough, Massachusetts (pencil signature in both volumes) — Sophie ?Geffen (gothic stamp in vol. 2). Acquisition: MacManus Company
Literature
BAL 3826; Spiller & Blackburn 2
Condition
2 volumes, in 6s (7 x 4 in.; 178 x 105 mm). Both volumes browned throughout, long tear affecting text in 1:p.3. Contemporary sheep; rebacked, hinges strengthened, marginal browning to pastedowns. Quarter red morocco folding case.
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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.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING CONDITION OF A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD "AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF SALE PRINTED IN THE CATALOGUE.
Catalogue Note
First edtiion of Cooper's romance of Revolutionary War espionage. Cooper was among the first to treat espionage in fiction.