MAKSIMOV SERGEY (1831-1901) Krylatye slova: Ne sprosta i ne spusta slovo molvitsya i do veku ne slomitsya: Po tolkovaniyu S. Maksimova SPb. : izd. A.S. Suvorin, 1890. - XVI, 486 pages; 19 cm. In Russian In a period composite binding. Leather-striped spine with gilt embossing, calico-covered covers. In good condition. Scuffing on binding, loss of a fragment of leather on spine, ownership inscription on a blank flyleaf. A work by the Russian writer, ethnographer, memoirist, traveller and honorary member of the St Petersburg Academy of Sciences (1900), Sergey Vasilyevich Maksimov (1831-1901), containing explanations of various Russian colloquial words and expressions, the original meaning of which has been lost to most people. The folklorist's works were published several times, both during his lifetime and subsequently, and continue to be reprinted in large quantities today. At the buyer's request, we would 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.