拍品 752
  • 752

BABBAGE, WORKS, 11 VOL.

估價
200 - 300 GBP
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描述

  • The works of Charles Babbage edited by Martin Campbell-Kelly. London: Pickering, 1989
FIRST EDITION, 11 volumes, 8vo (232 x 150mm.), numerous illustrations, original blue cloth lettered in gilt on spine

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."

拍品資料及來源

A review of this edition in The British Journal for the History of Science (Vol. 22, Issue 4, December 1989) noted "Clearly Charles Babbage's time has come... These eleven volumes... represent the first attempt to bring together all his major writings."