1998. First Edition. 640 pages. Signed by the author. Dust jacket over black cloth. Signed by the authors with dedication to title page. Pages are bright and clear with no visible markings. Binding throughout remains firm. Boards have light edge wear with minor corner bumping. Mild crushing to spine, with occasional markings overall. Book has forward lean. Panels have light edge wear with some creases. Mild markings to all surfaces.