1955. First Edition. 244 pages. No dust jacket. This is an ex-Library book. Black cloth covered boards with silver lettering. Ex-Library copy, with expected inserts, stamps and inscriptions. Pages remain clear with minimal tanning and foxing. 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. Cloth has minor damp and dust stains. Book has a slight forward lean. Silver lettering is bright and clear.