1958. Ninth Impression. 510 pages. No dust jacket. Red cloth with gilt lettering to spine. Noticeable loss to front free endpaper. Pages are moderately tanned and foxed, but text remains clear. Binding is firm. Visible water stain to front pastedown. Pencil inscription to bottom edge of textblock. Boards and spine have minimal shelf-wear, with mild corner bumping and crushing to ends. Gilt remains bright. Heavy rubbing and scuffing overall, with visible marking also. Heavy water staining to front board.