1999. First Edition Thus. 282 pages. Signed by the author. Illustrated dust jacket over black cloth covered boards with gilt. Flat signed by author (unverified) to title page. Pages remain clear with minimal tanning and foxing. Binding remains firm. Boards have mild edge-wear with slight rubbing to surfaces. Mild crushing to spine ends. Book has a slight forward lean. Gilt lettering is bright and clear. Unclipped jacket has light edge-wear with tears and creasing.