1962. Twelfth Impression. 423 pages. No dust jacket. Red cloth covered boards with gilt. Fold out, dual colour map to rear. Pages remain clear with minimal tanning and foxing. End papers are more notably foxed. Text block edge is moderately foxed. Rear map is in good condition. 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. Boards feel quite loose. Gilt lettering is bright and clear. Cloth has minor damp and dust stains. Book has a moderate forward lean.