1956. First Edition Thus. 246 pages. Illustrated dust jacket over grey cloth covered boards. Pages remain clear with minimal tanning and foxing. Plates are bright and clear. Text block edge is moderately foxed. Cracking to hinges, no damage to end papers. Binding remains firm. Boards have mild edge-wear with slight rubbing to surfaces. Mild crushing to spine ends. Cloth has minor damp and dust stains. Book has a slight forward lean. Unclipped jacket has light edge-wear with tears and creasing. Moderate tanning to spine.