1959. Second Impression. 840 pages. No dust jacket. Grey cloth covered boards with gilt. Pages remain clear with minimal tanning and foxing. Text block edge is moderately foxed. Remnants of a plate to front free end paper. Cracking to hinges, no damage to end papers. Binding remains firm. Boards have mild edge-wear with slight rubbing to surfaces. Mild crushing to spine ends. Gilt lettering is bright and clear. Sunning to spine. Book has a slight forward lean. Boards have minor damp and dust stains.