1959. First Edition. 273 pages. Pictorial dust jacket over blue cloth with gilt titles to spine. Translated by Karl E Zimmer. First Edition stated on copyright page. Page preceding title page states 'This is Volume One of the major writings of Rudolf Steiner, published in commemoration of the One Hundredth Anniversary of his birth 1861-1961'. Slight cracking to rear hinges, with exposed netting, pages remain attached. Pages are lightly tanned throughout. Pencil inscriptions to front free endpaper. Boards have light shelf-wear with corner bumping. Slight crushing to spine ends. Subtle white marking and slight faint water stains to front and spine. Gilt is bright. Clipped jacket has light edgewear with tears and creasing. Water staining to inside spine, bottom edges and rear panel. Jacket is slightly rubbed and marked overall with faint spotting.