1949. First Printed. 260 pages. No dust jacket. Blue cloth covered boards, includes the remains of the original plastic wrapper, with loss and tape repairs, taped to paste downs. Pages are moderately tanned and foxed throughout. Text block edge is moderately foxed. 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.