1869. Third Edition. 239 pages. This is an ex-Library book. Half bound black leather with green marbled paper covered boards. Gilt lettering to spine. Vol. IX. Expected library inserts, stamps and inscriptions. Pages are moderately tanned, but text remains clear. Visible marking to some pages throughout, but text is not affected. Binding is firm. Boards have heavy shelf-wear, with visible corner bumping and noticeable scuffing to edges. Tape to board corners, disguising any damage to leather. Heavy rubbing and loss to spine, but gilt remains bright. Label to tail. Moderate rubbing and scuffing to boards.