Second edition, 4to (259 x 203mm.), engraved folding map, 7 hand-coloured aquatint plates, later half calf in period style, contemporary marbled boards, a few plates trimmed, minor spotting and offsetting, slightly rubbed

Abbey, Travel 301; cf. Blackmer 1682 (third edition)

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."

"According to the introduction these letters were written by the sister or sister-in-law of Richard Tully, British consul at Tripoli from 1783 to 1793. She is referred to as his sister in the preface to the first edition, but as his sister-in-law in the second and third editions" (Blackmer).