Henty, G.A.

8vo (185 x 120mm.), FIRST EDITION, half-title, frontispiece and 7 plates by Stanley L. Wood, small publisher's summary slip loosely inserted, 32pp. publisher's adverts at end, original red pictorial cloth, all edges green, dust-jacket, dust-jacket with some light wear to extremities

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."

RARE IN DUST-JACKET. Henty remains one of the most prolific children's writers ever published, writing his novels at a rate of three or four per year and known to dictate over 6,000 words in one sitting. Henty insisted upon historical accuracy in his fiction, and so would have a box of relevant books sent over from the London Library before inventing his heroes and their adventures.