FIRST EDITION, 8vo (208 x 127mm.), folding table, folding engraved map, contemporary speckled half calf gilt, marbled boards, minor staining, map repaired, binding lightly rubbed

Lust 375; Mendelssohn (1979) II, p.693

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."

"His [the author's] sole object, in short, is, to furnish the young voyager with an agreeable and useful companion on his first visits to the oriental world" (preface).