Hemingway, Ernest

4to (10 1/4 x 6 1/2 in.; 260 x 165 mm). Half-title with frontispiece woodcut portrait of Hemingway by Henry Strater on verso, publisher's device on title and in watermark; two light x's in pencil in margins of p. 19 calling attention to a mention of gonorrhea. Publisher's tan boards lettered in black and with design in red simulating a collage of newspaper clippings; spine chipped and with 1-inch strip missing, covers with some rubbing at extremities, endpapers browned.

Hanneman A2

Condition as described in catalogue entry.
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.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING CONDITION OF A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD "AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF SALE PRINTED IN THE CATALOGUE.

FIRST EDITION. COPY 107 OF 170 NUMBERED COPIES OF HEMINGWAY'S SECOND BOOK.