1996. First Published. 552 pages. Decorative black and yellow cloth. Book has a slight smoky odour. Minor foxing and moderate tanning to pages. More prominent to text block edges, lighter to pastedowns and free endpapers. Binding remains firm. Boards have minor corner bumping and edgewear with mild scuffing overall. Spine has light sunning with soft crushing to ends. Lettering remains bright and clear.