Lot 179
  • 179

Larkin, Philip

Estimate
800 - 1,200 GBP
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Description

  • Larkin, Philip
  • Required Writing. Faber and Faber, 1983
  • paper
8vo, FIRST EDITION, PRESENTATION COPY INSCRIBED BY THE AUTHOR ("For Kenneth [Hibbert] - | Hull's only civilising | influence! | Philip") on preliminary blank, original pictorial wrappers, wrappers worn, some fading and cracking to spine

Provenance

Kenneth Hibbert (presentation inscription)

Literature

Bloomfield A17(a)

Condition

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."

Catalogue Note

As noted by Bloomfield the true first edition was issued in pictorial wrappers in November 1983. The hardback issue was published almost a year later. See also lot 171.