1949. First Edition. 175 pages. No dust jacket. Red cloth with gilt lettering. Pages remain bright and clear with minimal tanning and foxing. More pronounced to endpapers and text block edges. Noticeable cracking to gutters and hinges, with exposed netting. Binding is weakened, however text block remains secure. Boards have noticeable edge wear with corner bumping and rubbing to surfaces. Gilt lettering is dulled. Mild crushing to spine ends.