Rabindra Nath Tagore: Gitanjali, Signed in Bengali and English by Tagore (accompanied with a letter of presentation of this book from his secretary L. K. Elmhirst, to Lady Alston) published by Macmillan and company, London, 1921, frontispiece, 101 pages, Signed in Bengali and dated "Dec 2, 1924" in English on the frontispiece also in English on the title page. Size 7.7 x 5 inches, original blue cloth binding.
Tagore won Nobel price for Gitanjali in 1913.
(The book has a bookseller's label in Argentina, Mitchells Bookstore, Buones Aires. And an interesting fact is when this book was presented to Lady Alston, Tagore himself was in Bueonos Aires, so it is believed beyond doubt to be purchased in Buenos Aires by Tagore and sent toLady Alston).
Rabindra Nath Tagore, Gitanjali, signed in Bengali and English with a letter from his secretary.
This lot will be sold in "as is" condition.
There may be some minor tears/creases scratches, or holes commensurate with age that may not be visible in the images.
The books on sale in this auction are rare, out-of-print and otherwise collectible, dating from the 19th century on wards. The technology and material for printing and binding books has evolved over the last few centuries. From being the exclusive preserve of Clergy and Kings to an item of everyday application, the availability and use of books has also evolved over time. Books age over time and deterioration in a book's condition depends on many factors, including the original materials used and conditions of usage over time. Books will often show signs of foxing, fading, shelf-ware or dust jacket damage through usage. Prolonged storage may also cause wormhole damage or water stains.
The absence of a condition statement does not imply that the lot is in perfect condition or completely free from wear and tear, imperfections or the effects of aging. Condition requests can be obtained via email. Any condition statement given, as a courtesy to a client, is only an opinion and should not be treated as a statement of fact. Storyltd shall have no responsibility for any error or omission.