1948. Reprinted. 286 pages. No dust jacket. Blue cloth with gilt. Pages remain clear with minimal tanning and foxing. Presentation plate to front free end-paper. Cracking to hinges, no damage to end papers. 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 darkened. Cloth has minor damp and dust stains.