1948. Third Impression. 288 pages. Illustrated dust jacket over red cloth covered boards with gilt. Pages remain clear with minimal tanning and foxing. Ink stamp to front free end-paper. Text block edge is moderately foxed. Binding remains firm. Boards have mild edge-wear with slight rubbing to surfaces. Mild crushing to spine ends. Gilt lettering has become dull. Book has a slight forward lean. Clipped jacket has moderate edge-wear with chips, tears and creasing. Tape repaired to the reverse.