The Shell at My Ear by Darrell Bates
1961. No Edition Remarks. 179 pages. Pictorial dust jacket over red cloth. Binding remains firm. Pages have light tanning and foxing throughout. Pencil inscription to front free endpaper. Boards have light shelf-wear with corner bumping. Slight crushing to spine ends. Ring mark to front board. Unclipped jacket has moderate edgewear with chips, tears, and creasing. Water staining to all panels. Light tanning overall.