The Reefs of Taprobane, Underwater Adventures Around Ceylon Arthur C. Clarke
1957. First Edition Thus. 232 pages. No dust jacket. Black cloth covered boards with gilt lettering. Contains black and white photographic plates. Pages and plates remain bright and clear. Minor pencil marking to half title page. 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. Gilt lettering is bright and clear. Cloth has minor damp and dust stains. Book has a slight forward lean.