1962. First GB edition. 683 pages. This is an ex-Library book. Black & green jacket over black cloth with gilt lettering. Expected library inserts, stamps and inscriptions. Pages and binding are presentable with no major defects. Minor issues present such as mild cracking, inscriptions, inserts, light foxing, tanning and thumb marking. Overall a good condition item. Boards have mild shelf wear with light rubbing and corner bumping. Some light marking and sunning. Gilt lettering remains bright & clear. Unclipped jacket. Panels have light edge wear with tears and creasing.