1947. Seventh Edition. 472 pages. No dust jacket. Blue cloth with gilt. Fold out maps. Pages remain clear with minimal tanning and foxing, mild to end-papers and text-block edges. 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. Book has a slight forward lean. Gilt lettering is darkened. Cloth has minor damp and dust stains. Impact marks to front board.