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Blane, Gilbert
Estimate
2,000 - 3,000 GBP
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Description
- Blane, Gilbert
- Observations on the Diseases incident to Seamen. London: Joseph Cooper, 1785
- Paper
FIRST EDITION, 8vo (218 x 128mm.), [ii], xiv, iii-viii, 15-502pp., errata slip, xvi, 3 folding tables, contemporary red morocco, full gilt spine and covers, marbled endpapers, gilt edges, slightly spotted, lacks blank leaf kk4
Condition
A fine copy
"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."
"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
Presentation copy to the Earl of Hopetoun, inscribed "To the Right Honble The Earl of Hopetoun as a mark of the Author's respect".
This is Blane's second and widely recognised treatise on naval medicine, based on his own experiences at sea. He wrote that "cleanliness and discipline are the indispensable and fundamental means of health" (p.251).