T.E. LAWRENCE, AUTOGRAPH LETTER SIGNED, TO C.S. EVANS, 6 AUGUST 1922

commenting on a book being printed by the Garden City Press at Letchworth ("...I don't think any collector objects to a narrow sheet. Some printers (Cobden-Sanderson & Morris) refused them. Others, like the French printers, make a regular feature of them: but I don't think the collector cares a dust-cover for the point..."), 1 page, 8vo, 6 August 1922, rust-mark

Condition is described in the main body of the catalogue, 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."

LAWRENCE THE BIBLIOPHILE GIVES HIS ADVICE ON PRINTING. Lawrence's recipient was Charles Seddon Evans (1883-1944), who worked at Heinemann for many years and was also the author of a number of children's books.