1963. First Edition Thus. 300 pages. This is an ex-Library book. Illustrated dust jacket over red cloth covered boards with gilt. Ex-Library copy, with expected inserts, stamps and inscriptions. Dust jacket trapped under library pocket and cannot be removed. Pages and plates remain bright and clear. 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. Gilt lettering is bright and clear. Book has a slight forward lean. Has moderate edge-wear with chips, tears and creasing. Jacket is in non-removable plastic cover.