1953. No Edition Remarks. Unpaginated. This is an ex-Library book. Illustrated dust jacket over blue cloth covered boards with gilt. Library copy, with expected inserts, stamps and inscriptions. Contains many black and white photographic plates. Pages remain clear with minimal tanning and foxing. Plates are bright and clear. Some occasional mild cracking to gutters throughout, binding remains reasonably firm. Cracking to hinges, no damage to end papers. Boards have mild edge-wear with slight rubbing to surfaces. Mild crushing to spine ends. Book has a slight forward lean. Gilt lettering is bright and clear. Unclipped jacket has light edge-wear with tears and creasing.