scattered corrections, in 27 sections, some sections with brief notes on the text by June Tillinghast on the final versos, 160 pages, 4to, in a mock-up box (290 x 240 x 80mm) the inside with typescript notes, quotations and mock imprint ("Published by Secker and Warburg etc"), dated 1967 [with:] typed letter signed by Johnson to June Tillinghast, presenting the typescript and asking for her comments, also enclosing his correspondence with Tony Tillinghast, 1 page, 29 September 1967; press release for The Unfortunates with Johnson's CV and a press photograph with caption on the verso, 1969, caption detached
[with:] The Unfortunates. Panther Books in association with Secker & Warburg, 1969. 8vo, FIRST EDITION, in 27 sections as issued, with violet bellyband, housed in original pictorial drop-backed box, INSCRIBED ("for Tony's parents-in-law, with all my sympathy, this inadequate remain Bryan"), bellyband torn, box rubbed at joints and with slight wear

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."

June Tillinghast was the widow of Tony, whose death was the subject of The Unfortunates. See lot 187.