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Lot 294

Sale 1097 - Fine Printed Books & Manuscripts, Including Americana
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Nov 8, 2022 9:00AM CT
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Nov 9, 2022 9:00AM CT
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LAWRENCE, Thomas Edward (1888-1935). Seven Pillars of Wisdom. London & Toronto: Jonathan Cape, 1935.


4to. Frontispiece, numerous illustrations. Original brown cloth gilt, top edge gilt, others uncut and unopened (spine sunned, slight wear to extremities).  

FIRST TRADE EDITION of Lawrence’s epic account of his war experiences, including the Arab Revolt. After several mishaps (including leaving the first manuscript at the Reading Railway Station), this work was first published in 1926. Lawrence was played by Peter Seamus O’Toole the 1962 film, Lawrence of Arabia. 


The Library of John Leonard Gillis Sold to Support the Pontifical Institute of Mediaeval Studies, Toronto

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