Michie, Alexander

FIRST EDITION, 8vo (215 x 135mm.), 2 folding maps, 11 plates, contemporary red half-calf, marbled boards, spine with raised bands gilt, marbled edges, scattered foxing and pencil notes, splitting at joints

Marco Galateri di Genola, armorial bookplate

Condition is described in the main body of the catalogue, where appropriate. Small split at spine head.
"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."

Michie (1833-1902), travelled from Peking to England in 1863, a journey that took him through North China, Chinese Mongolia and Siberia. In the preface he states: "I am not aware that any continuous account of the whole journey between the capitals of China and Russia has appeared in the English language for nearly a century and a half".