1953. No Edition Remarks. 664 pages. No dust jacket. This is an ex-Library book. Red cloth with gilt. Ex university department copy. Single pen inscription denoting such. Pages remain clear with minimal tanning and foxing, mild to end-papers and text-block edges. Thumb-marking present. Cracking to hinges, no damage to end papers. Some occasional mild cracking to gutters throughout, binding shaky. Boards have moderate edge-wear with bumping to corners and rubbing to surfaces. Mild crushing to spine ends. Cloth has minor damp and dust stains. Gilt lettering is bright and clear. Book has a slight forward lean.