Whitman, Walt

8vo (9 1/8 x 6 1/8 in.; 232 x 155 mm, uncut). Frontispiece inserted, portrait in text, advertisement leaf at end; very light browning at edges of some leaves. Publisher's flexible boards covered in dark red cloth, spine and upper cover gilt-lettered; some wear to spine ends. Half red morocco gilt slipcase and chemise.

Jerome Buck (presentation inscription)

BAL 21430; Feinberg 322; Myerson A12.1.a; Wells & Goldsmith p. 30

Condition as described in catalogue entry.
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.

First edition, first issue. Presentation copy, inscribed by Whitman on the front free endpaper, "To Jerome Buck, with best respects of Walt Whitman. Oct. 6 '88".
One of approximately 100 special copies printed for Whitman for presentation copies.