1944. Reprinted. 266 pages. No dust jacket. Blue cloth with gilt. Pages and plates remain bright and clear. Text block edge is moderately foxed. End papers are more notably foxed. Ex Libris plate to front paste-down. Binding remains firm. Hinges are cracked with exposed netting. Boards have mild edge-wear with slight rubbing to surfaces. Mild crushing to spine ends. Sunning to spine. Book has a slight forward lean. Gilt lettering has become dull.