VERNE (Jules). Le sphinx des glaces. Paris, Hetzel, [1897].large in-8, hardback with gilt globe with type 2 yoke, Engel h type 2nd plate. First large illustrated in-8 edition, the only one used for a novelty. Catalogue at the end of the book announcing new titles for 1897-1898. Remarkable condition with vivid colours, rare foxing.