1978. Second Impression. 308 pages. No dust jacket, Folio edition with slipcase. Quarter bound in blue cloth with illustrated paper covered boards. Contains black and white illustrations by Joan Hassall. Pages remain bright and clear with minimal tanning and foxing. Binding remains firm. Boards have noticeable edge wear with corner bumping and rubbing to surfaces. Moderate sunning to spine. Gilt lettering is dulled. Slipcase has noticeable edge wear with markings and scratches to panels.