8vo, FIRST EDITION, second issue (with "Miscellaneous" spelt correctly on contents leaf A3 and this leaf a cancel), without half-title or advertisements, later crushed red morocco gilt by Riviere, marbled endpapers, gilt dentelles, top edge gilt, some very light spotting

Forman, Shelley 59; Granniss 54; Hayward 228

Condition is described in the main body of the cataloguing, when 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."

Writing to his publisher in the September of 1819, Shelley remarked of Prometheus Unbound, "it is in my judgement, of a higher character than anything I have yet attempted; and is perhaps less an imitation of any thing that has gone before it."