Wells, H.G.

The Undying Fire. Cassell and company, 1919, PRESENTATION COPY INSCRIBED BY WELLS TO THOMAS HARDY ("To | Thomas Hardy | The Master | (and long may he reign!) | H.G. Wells"), original green cloth decorated in blind, spine lettered in gilt, DUST-JACKET, neat restoration to jacket; The First Men in the Moon. George Newnes, 1901, plates by Shepperson, original blue cloth lettered and decorated in gilt, very slight foxing, minor wear to covers; The War in the Air. George Bell and sons, 1908, illustrations, bookplate, original blue cloth gilt, some slight offsetting; The History of Mr. Polly. Thomas Nelson and sons, 1910, original green cloth, DUST-JACKET, minor repairs to jacket; FIRST EDITIONS, 8vo (4) 

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."