1959. First Edition. 498 pages. This is an ex-Library book. Blue dust jacket over blue cloth with gilt lettering. Ex-Library copy, with expected inserts, stamps and inscriptions. Top of text block dyed blue. Binding remains firm. Pages remain bright and clear with moderate cracking throughout. Red pen to top of text block. Heavy tape marks to end papers causing tape tanning to multiple pages after. Small pencil inscription to front free end paper. Boards have light shelf-wear with corner bumping. Gilt lettering is bright and clear. Tape marks to boards. Light crushing to spine ends. Unclipped jacket has light edgewear with tears and creasing. Red label residue to spine. Tape staining to inside jacket. Mild tanning. Red stain to rear edge.