Conrad, Joseph

Falk. New York: McClure, Phillips and Co., 1903, first edition, dark blue vertically ribbed cloth lettered in gilt with design in blind on upper cover, collector's chemise and slipcase, [Cagle A8c], bookplate, extremities very slightly bumped;

Falk. New York: McClure, Phillips and Co., 1903, second impression, light blue vertically ribbed cloth lettered in gilt on spine (with 'SPECIAL EDITION'), upper hinge splitting, head and foot of spine bumped;



both 8vo, title-pages in orange and black, 10pp. publisher's catalogues at end, slight browning (2)

Condition is described in the main body of the catalguing, where appropriate.
"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."

Described by Cagle as the 'American edition of the "other stories"' from Typhoon and other stories, the text follows that of the English edition though, as noted by Cagle 'in some few instances it reflects an intermediate state between the serial and first English edition. As is usual with Conrad's texts, the author's final revisions made in proof did not find their way into the American edition'. Cagle notes that the second impression was issued in two bindings. The copy offered here is an example of the 'gift binding'.