2000. First Edition Thus. 256 pages. Signed by the author. Illustrated dust jacket over black cloth covered boards with gilt. Signed and inscribed on the title page. Pages remain clear with edge tanning. Binding remains firm. 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.