1950. Last Reprinted. 498 pages. Pictorial dust jacket over blue cloth. Contains black and white illustrations by Charles Folkard. Pages remain bright and clear with minimal tanning and foxing. Binding remains firm. Pencil inscription to front pastedown. Boards have mild edge wear with slight rubbing to surfaces. Gilt lettering is dulled. Unclipped jacket has noticeable edge wear with chips, tears and creasing.