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Darwin, Charles
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400 - 600 GBP
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Description
- Darwin, Charles
- Two copies of Journal of Researches into the Natural History and Geology of the Countries visited during the voyage of H.M.S. Beagle round the World, comprising:
- Paper
i) Journal of Researches. New York: Harper & Brothers, 1846, 2 vol., FIRST AMERICAN EDITION, illustrations, original cloth, uncut, very slightly spotted, head and foot of spines very slightly worn, new endpapers; ii) another copy. London: John Murray, 1860, tenth thousand, illustrations, 32pp. advertisements at end dated January 1863, book label of W.H. Bierman and of the Burndy Library ("gift of Bern Dibner"), original cloth, slightly rubbed, upper hinge strengthened, foot of spine repaired, 8vo
Literature
Freeman 16, 20
Condition
the condition of this lot is as described in the catalogue description
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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."