1959. Reprinted. 283 pages. Beige dust jacket over blue boards with gilt lettering to spine. Book has a slight smoky odour overall. Binding remains firm. Pages remain bright and clear with minimal tanning. Front hinge is cracked. Pencil inscription to front endpaper. Boards have mild edge wear with slight rubbing to surfaces. Crushing to spine ends. Gilt lettering is bright and clear. Unclipped jacket has light edge wear with minor tears and chipping. Mild rubbing and marking.