ILYIN IVAN (1883-1954) Prorocheskoe prizvanie Pushkina. Torzhestvennaia rech', proiznesennaia v Rige 27 ianvarya - 9 fevralya 1937 g. [Pushkin's prophetic vocation. Solemn speech delivered in Riga from 27 January to 9 February 1937]; published by the Russian Academic Society in Riga on behalf of the Pushkin Committee. Riga: Russian Academic Society, 1937. 43 p.; 22.5x15 cm. In the publisher's typewritten cover. In very good condition. Slight discoloration of the cover. Ivan Alexandrovitch Ilyine (1883-1954) - Russian philosopher, writer and publicist. A representative of the White Movement and ideologue of the Russian Military Union (ROVS), he was a constant critic of Communist rule in Russia and a firm believer in the principle of irreconcilability in the fight against Communism. At the buyer's request, we will be happy to provide a general condition report on the lot described above. However, as we are not professional conservators or restorers, we strongly advise prospective buyers to carry out their own inspection or consult a specialist of their choice for a full assessment of the condition of the lot. Descriptions of items provided in the catalogue or by correspondence are for guidance only and should not be relied upon as a definitive assessment. NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSION OF A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD 'AS IS' IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE TERMS AND CONDITIONS OF SALE PUBLISHED IN THE CATALOGUE.