Conrad, Joseph

8vo, first edition, the rare privately-printed advance printing, one of only 36 copies, first state of the Contents leaf with "S" and "A" in "SEA" missing, bookplate of E.E. Taylor to front pastedown, olive green smooth cloth, author's monogram within wreath in blind on upper cover, spine lettered in gilt, collector's blue cloth chemise and blue quarter morocco slipcase, a fine copy

E.E. Taylor (bookplate)

Cagle A51a(1), giving the number of advance copies as 36

"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."

A very attractive copy of the rare advance printing, slightly taller, and on somewhat finer paper, than copies of the first regular edition which followed it. The copies of the advance printing were received by Dent on 19 February 1921 and sent to friends of the publisher.