1959. First Edition Thus. 248 pages. Signed by the author. Paperback book with pictorial cover. Binding remains firm. Pages have light tanning and foxing throughout. Minor dog-eared corners. Pencil inscription to first page. Water staining to some pages, text remains readable. Paper cover has mild edgewear with curling to corners. Moderate tanning to spine and edges. Water staining to front cover. Foxing overall.