1947. First Edition. 372 pages. Signed by the author. Illustrated dust jacket over blue cloth covered boards with gilt. Flat signed by author to title page with 'Yours sincerely'. Pages remain clear with minimal tanning and foxing. Text block edge is moderately foxed. Binding remains firm. Boards have mild edge-wear with slight rubbing to surfaces. Mild crushing to spine ends. Moderate tanning to spine. Gilt lettering is bright and clear. Book has a slight forward lean. Unclipped jacket has heavy edge-wear with some areas of loss, heavy tears, chips and creasing.