- 232
Shackleton, Ernest
Estimate
2,000 - 3,000 GBP
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Description
- The Heart of the Antarctic. Being the story of the British Antarctic Expedition 1907-1909. London: William Heinemann, 1909
- paper
FIRST EDITION, 2 volumes, 8vo (245 x 180mm.) half-titles, errata slip, 3 folding maps and 1 panorama in the rear cover pocket of volume 2, 214 plates, original pictorial dark blue cloth, top edges gilt, others uncut, printed dust-jackets with prices, lightly rubbed at extremities, jackets creased, a few small tears and minor loss
Provenance
Walter L. D'Arcy Hart, book label
Literature
Rosove 305.B1; Spence 1097; Taurus Collection 58
Condition
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."
"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
The first (William Heinemann) edition, 2-volume trade issue. With 4pp. pamphlet promoting Shackleton's lecture entitled "Nearest the South Pole".