six copies, comprising:

i) number 48 of 375 copies, original cloth with design in gilt and silver, slipcase, minor soiling to upper cover; ii) un-numbered copy [of 375 copies], original cloth with design in gilt and silver, slipcase; iii) un-numbered copy [of 375 copies], original cloth with design in gilt and silver, slipcase; iv) BINDER'S DUMMY of blank pages, green morocco by James R. Brockman, folding box; v) number 16 of 25 copies, signed by the binder, green morocco by James R. Brockman, folding box; vi) number 18 of 25 copies, signed by the binder, green morocco by James R. Brockman, folding box; all 4to, SIGNED BY THE AUTHOR (6)

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."

Isherwood's text was first published in 1964. This edition, published by David Bathurst's The Land Press, was printed at the Rampart Lions Press in an edition of 400 copies. 375 copies were bound in cloth to a design by James R. Brockman and 25 copies were hand-bound in morocco by the binder. This lot includes the binder's dummy without the printed text. A prospectus is included.