1948. First Edition. 410 pages. No dust jacket. Red cloth. Pages remain clear with minimal tanning and foxing. Cracking to hinges, no damage to end papers. Minor pencil marking to front free end-paper. Binding remains firm. Boards have mild edge-wear with slight rubbing to surfaces. Mild crushing to spine ends. Gilt lettering has become dull. Book has a slight forward lean. Cloth has minor damp and dust stains.