1954. Reprinted. 256 pages. No dust jacket. Red cloth. Visible split to tops of pages from front to page 16. Contains black & white illustrations. Pages are mildly foxed & tanned throughout. Heavier to text block edges. Text is clear. Binding is firm. Boards have moderate edge-wear with bumping to corners and rubbing to surfaces. Visible sunning & crushing to spine. Noticeable bump to top of rear board. Prominent blue stain to front board.