Fleming, Ian

8vo, FIRST EDITION, FIRST ISSUE, original black cloth lettered in red on spine and with heart design on upper cover, DUST-JACKET, preserved in specially designed black morocco folding box by Sangoski & Sutcliffe with red heart motif on spine and lettering in red on lower and upper panels with interlocking design in gilt and silver, interior lined with red velvet, some slight spotting and browning and wear to text, edges and corners slightly bumped, jacket restored on spine and at creases, minor staining to jacket; together with the official programme for the 2006 Royal Film Performance premiere of the film version in the gracious presence of Her Majesty the Queen, in aid of the Cinema and Television Benevolent Fund, Leicester Square, 14 November 2006, oblong 8vo, original paper covers, housed in matching specially designed Sangorski morocco folding box, also lined with red velvet (2)

Gilbert A1a(1.1)

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

THE FIRST "JAMES BOND" NOVEL, together with the 2006 film premiere programme, each housed in SUPERB SANGORSKI AND SUTCLIFE MOROCCO CASES.