- 86
Donleavy, J.P.
Estimate
1,000 - 1,500 GBP
bidding is closed
Description
- The Ginger Man. Paris: Olympia Press, [1955]
- Paper
8vo, FIRST EDITION OF THE AUTHOR'S FIRST BOOK, original pale green wrappers printed in white and black, original price of 1500 francs printed on lower cover, cloth chemise and morocco-backed cloth slipcase
Condition
a good copy
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"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
A FINE COPY of the true first edition of the author's most celebrated novel, originally turned down by mainstream publishers because of its perceived sexual content, and eventually published by Maurice Girodias in Paris as part of his racy "Traveller's Companion Series". Donleavy's subsequent efforts to rescue the novel from association with titles such as The Whip Angels and School for Sin, and his copyright battles with his publisher, are well-documented in his autobiography The History of the Ginger Man.