1958. First Edition Thus. 294 pages. No dust jacket. Black cloth with silver lettering. Pages remain clear with minimal tanning and foxing. Text block edge is moderately foxed. Previous owner's inscription to front free end-paper. Occasional page staining. Binding remains firm. Boards have mild edge-wear with slight rubbing to surfaces. Mild crushing to spine ends, with fraying cloth and small splits. Silver lettering has become dull. Book has a slight forward lean. Boards have minor damp and dust stains.