1953. Third Edition. 518 pages. No dust jacket. Blue cloth with gilt. Ex Libris plate of Denis George Mackail to front pastedown. 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. Gilt lettering is bright and clear. Cloth has minor damp and dust stains. Book has a slight forward lean.