1959. First Edition. 277 pages. No dust jacket. Red cloth. Pages remain clear with minimal tanning and foxing. End papers are more notably tanned. Previous owner's inscription to front free end-paper. 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, with fraying cloth and small splits. Sunning to spine. Gilt lettering has become dull. Book has a slight forward lean. Cloth has moderate damp and dust stains.