1997. First Edition Thus. 244 pages. Signed by the author. Illustrated dust jacket over black cloth covered boards with silver lettering. Signed by the author with dedication to front free end paper. Pages remain clear with minimal tanning and foxing. Binding remains firm. Boards have mild edge-wear with slight rubbing to surfaces. Mild crushing to spine ends. Silver lettering is bright and clear. Book has a slight forward lean. Unclipped jacket has light edge-wear.