1953. First Published. 164 pages. No dust jacket. Red cloth covered boards with gilt lettering. Illustrated plates. Pages remain clear with minimal tanning and foxing. Text block edge is moderately foxed. Plates are bright and clear. Previous owner's inscription to front free end-paper. 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. Sunning to spine. Gilt lettering has become dull. Cloth has minor damp and dust stains. Book has a slight forward lean.