1954. First Edition. 236 pages. Signed by the author. Pictorial dust jacket over black cloth with gilt lettering. Signed by the author with dedication to title page. Contains black & white plates. Pages are mildly tanned throughout. Text is clear. Binding remains firm. Boards have mild edge-wear with bumping to corners. Light crushing to spine. Gilt lettering remains bright and clear. Unclipped jacket. Panels have light edge wear with tears and creasing.