1951. First Edition. 310 pages. Pictorial dust jacket over blue cloth. Pages remain bright and clear with minimal tanning and foxing. Noticeable cracking hinges, with exposed netting. Binding is weakened, however text block remains secure. Boards have noticeable edge wear with corner bumping and rubbing to surfaces. Upper spine has been severely dented. Gilt lettering is dulled. Sunning to head and tail of spine. Unclipped dust jacket. Panels to dust jacket have noticeable edge wear with chips, tears and creasing.