1953. First Published. 532 pages. This is an ex-Library book. Illustrated dust jacket over green cloth covered boards with gilt. Library copy, with expected inserts, stamps and inscriptions. Pages remain clear with minimal tanning and foxing. 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. Gilt lettering is bright and clear. Book has a slight forward lean. Clipped jacket has moderate edge-wear with chips, tears and creasing. Moderate tanning to spine.