The Charm Of Old Roses by Nancy Steen
1967. First Edition Thus. 261 pages. Illustrated dust jacket over pink cloth covered boards with gilt. Colour illustrated plates. Pages remain clear with minimal tanning and foxing. Plates are bright and clear. Tape marks to end papers. Damp staining to text block top edge. 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. Clipped jacket has heavy edge-wear with some areas of loss, heavy tears, chips and creasing.