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Hosie, Alexander
Estimate
600 - 900 GBP
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Description
- On the Trail of the Opium Poppy. A narrative of travel in the chief opium-producing provinces of China. London: George Philip & Son, 1914
- paper
FIRST EDITION, 2 volumes, 8vo (228 x 150mm.), (vol.1) viii, 300pp.; (vol.2) [8], 308pp., 2 folding maps, 26 photographic illustrations on 12 plates, prospectus for the work loosely inserted, original pictorial olive ribbed cloth, top edges gilt, slipcase
“This book is not a history of the Opium Question, nor does it deal with the evils which attend the abuse of the drug. It is a plain narrative of journeys made in China during the years 1910 and 1911 for the purpose of investigating the extent of poppy-cultivation in those provinces which had hitherto been the chief centres of opium production” (from the prospectus).
“This book is not a history of the Opium Question, nor does it deal with the evils which attend the abuse of the drug. It is a plain narrative of journeys made in China during the years 1910 and 1911 for the purpose of investigating the extent of poppy-cultivation in those provinces which had hitherto been the chief centres of opium production” (from the prospectus).
Condition
A very good copy
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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. 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."