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Conrad, Joseph
Estimate
200 - 300 GBP
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Description
- The Rescue. A Romance of the Shallows. London & Toronto: J.M. Dent & Sons, 1920
- Paper
8vo, FIRST ENGLISH EDITION, second (but first published) printing, half-title, original green cloth, upper cover stamped in blind with publisher's device, spine lettered in gilt, DUST-JACKET (spine lettered "LTD" at foot), dust-jacket slightly soiled and slightly rubbed with a few minor repairs
Literature
Cagle A49b(2)a
Condition
the condition of this lot is as described in the catalogue description
"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."
"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
Conrad's long laboured-over and continually revised work, first published in 1920, was begun in 1896 to capitalise on the popularity of Lingard in Almayer's Folly. The American edition preceded the English by a month.