2009. First Edition. 681 pages. Signed by the author. Pictorial paper cover. Signed by the author with dedication to first page. Pages remain bright and clear with minimal tanning and foxing. Light thumb-marking present. Minor pencil inscription and white stickers to first page. Binding remains firm. Paper cover has light edge wear with minimal scuffing to edges and creasing. Light rubbing to surfaces with slight curling to corners. Green sticker and dark scuffing to rear cover.