2006. First Edition Thus. 247 pages. Signed by the author. Pictorial dust jacket over black cloth. Signed by the author with dedication to front endpaper. 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. Minor markings to all surfaces. Sticker to front panel.