1949. First Edition Thus. 479 pages. No dust jacket. Illustrated paper covered boards. Pages remain clear with minimal tanning and foxing. End papers are more notably foxed. Previous owner's inscription to front free end-paper. Binding remains firm. Cracking to hinges, no damage to end papers. Boards have moderate edge-wear with bumping to corners and rubbing to surfaces. Mild crushing to spine ends. Book has a slight forward lean. Gilt lettering is bright and clear.