2006. First Edition. 343 pages. Signed by the author. Pictorial dust jacket over black cloth and white lettering. Flat singed by author on title page. Binding remains firm. Pages remain bright with minimal tanning. Boards have light edge-wear with slight rubbing to surfaces and spine is presentable with minimal crushing and tanning. Unclipped jacket has light edge-wear with minor tears and chipping. Mild rubbing and marking.