2006. First Edition Thus. 287 pages. Signed by the author. Illustrated dust jacket over black and red cloth covered boards with gilt. Signed by the author to front endpaper, with illegible inscription. Pages remain clear with minimal tanning and foxing. Previous owner's inscription to front free end-paper. Binding remains firm. Boards have mild edge-wear with slight rubbing to surfaces. Mild crushing to spine ends. Book has a slight forward lean. Gilt lettering is bright and clear. Unclipped jacket has light edge-wear with tears and creasing.