1956. Reprinted. 263 pages. Pictorial dust jacket over illustrated blue cloth. Contains black and white illustrations by Patrick Jobson. Pages remain bright and clear with minimal tanning and foxing. Pen inscription to front free endpaper. Dusty text block edges. Binding remains firm. Boards have slight edge wear with minor corner bumping. Clipped jacket has light edge-wear with minor tears and chipping. Mild rubbing and marking.