1950. First Edition. 212 pages. No dust jacket. This is an ex-Library book. Black cloth covered boards. Ex-Library copy, with expected inserts, stamps and inscriptions. Non-removable lamination applied to boards. Pages remain clear with minimal tanning and foxing. Parts of jacket paste on to front free end-paper. Cracking to hinges, no damage to end papers. Some occasional mild cracking to gutters throughout, binding remains reasonably firm. Boards have mild edge-wear with slight rubbing to surfaces. Mild crushing to spine ends, with fraying cloth and small splits. Gilt lettering has become dull. Cloth has minor damp and dust stains. Book has a slight forward lean.