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Baily, Francis
Estimate
300 - 500 GBP
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Description
- Baily, Francis
- Journal of a Tour in Unsettled Parts of North America in 1796 & 1797. London: Baily Brothers, 1856
- paper
FIRST EDITION, 8vo, xii, 440pp., original blindstamped ochre cloth by Westley's & Co., with their ticket, green endpapers, slipcase
Provenance
Miss Airy, bookplate; it seems likely that the book was originally presented to George Airy (1801-1892), Astronomer Royal, a friend and colleague of the author
Literature
Sabin 2770; Streeter 852
Condition
A fine copy
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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."
Catalogue Note
One of the earliest and most important narratives of travel by an Englishman in the Ohio and Mississippi valleys. PRESENTATION COPY FROM ELIZABETH BAILY, THE AUTHOR'S SISTER.