1953. Reprint. 465 pages. This is an ex-Library book. Beige illustrated dust jacket over green cloth. Contains black and white photographic plates. Expected library inserts, stamps and inscriptions. Pages remain clear with minimal tanning and foxing. Library plates, stickers and pencil inscriptions to front free end-paper and paste-down. Binding remains firm. Boards have mild edge-wear with slight rubbing to surfaces. Mild crushing to spine ends. Gilt lettering is bright and clear. Book has a slight forward lean. Edges of text block are dust marked. Unclipped jacket has moderate edge-wear with chips, tears and creasing. Library sticker taped to spine, ink stamp to front panel.