2000. First Edition. 286 pages. Signed by the author. Photographic jacket over black cloth with silver titles to spine. Flat signed by the author to title page. Written with Alan Lee. Includes photographic plates. Pages remain bright and clear with minimal markings. Slight foxing to upper text block edge. Boards and spine are fresh and clean with minimal wear. Silver titles are bright. Unclipped jacket has minimal edgewear with very slight rubbing.