1989. First Edition Thus. 260 pages. Signed by the author. Yellow paperback. Signed by the author with dedication to half title page. Contains black and white illustrations throughout. Pages remain bright and clear with minimal tanning and foxing. Pulling to covers. Binding remains firm. Paper covers have moderate edge-wear with curling to corners and rubbing to surfaces. Minor marks to covers. Book has a rolled spine. Book has a visible forward lean.