1956. 'First Published'. 338 pages. No dust jacket. This is an ex-Library book. Red cloth covered boards with gilt lettering. Library copy, with expected inserts, stamps and inscriptions. Pages remain clear with minimal tanning and foxing. End papers are more notably foxed. Cracking to hinges, no damage to end papers. Boards have mild edge-wear with slight rubbing to surfaces. Mild crushing to spine ends. Book has a slight forward lean. Cloth has minor damp and dust stains. Gilt lettering is bright and clear.