Irving, Washington

7 volumes, 8vo (9 1/4 x 5 3/4 in.; 235 x 145 mm, uncut), with inserted slip regarding unauthorized printing in part 2; some foxing, dampstaining, and offsetting, a few leaves somewhat browned. Original tan or chocolate brown printed wrappers; some edge tears, soiling and stains, backstrips renewed or repaired, worming in lower edge of upper wrapper in part 2. In a blue half-morocco drop-box; upper hinge split.

John J. Milligan & W.J. Barksdale (inscriptions on three wrappers) — Mildred Greenhill (bookplate) — H. Bradley Martin (sale, in these rooms, 30 January 1990, lot 2109)

BAL 10106; Langfield and Blackburn 15

some foxing and offsetting, a few leaves somewhat browned, some dampstains. Original brown printed wrappers; some edge tears, soiling and stains, backstrips renewed or repaired.
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 state, in the original seven parts. An astonishing survival.