Lot 263
  • 263

Steinbeck, John

Estimate
700 - 1,000 GBP
bidding is closed

Description

  • Steinbeck, John
  • In Dubious Battle. New York: Covici, Friede, 1936
  • PAPER
8vo (203 x 136mm.), FIRST EDITION, original yellow-orange cloth decorated with red lines and lettered in black, top edge red, dust-jacket, jacket restored at spine and edges

Literature

Goldstone and Payne A5b

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

Steinbeck's key modern novel about strikes, labour and power, set among itinerant farm workers in an orchard valley in California.