1955. No Edition Remarks. 160 pages. No dust jacket. Cream cloth with gilt. Contains in-text line drawn illustrations throughout. Contains black and white photographic plates. Pages remain clear with minimal tanning and foxing. Plates are bright and clear. Presentation plate to front free end-paper. 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. Sunning to spine. Cloth has minor damp and dust stains. Book has a slight forward lean. Gilt lettering has become dull.