Bradbury, Ray

8vo, FIRST EDITION, PRESENTATION COPY INSCRIBED BY RAY BRADBURY ("David! | Ray Bradbury | 2/5/88") on title, half-title, original red cloth lettered in yellow on upper board and spine, DUST-JACKET, collector's double morocco slipcase, inner slipcase with "Fireproof" stamped in gilt, outer slipcase with red and black morocco onlays depicting the flammable hazard symbol on sides and thermometer on spine, boards lightly soiled, slightly rubbed at head and foot of spine, dust-jacket price clipped, slightly worn at edges with tape repairs on verso

Bruccoli and Clark I p.42

Condition is described in the main body of the cataloguing, 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."

FIRST EDITION OF THE AUTHOR'S CLASSIC DYSTOPIAN NOVEL. Published simultaneously in paperback, and also in 200 signed copies bound in asbestos.