2000. First Edition. 256 pages. Signed by the author. Illustrated dust jacket over green cloth covered boards with gilt. Signed by the author with dedication to title page. Pages remain clear with minimal tanning and foxing. Binding remains firm. Cracking to gutters, no damage to end papers. Boards have mild edge-wear with slight rubbing to surfaces. Unclipped jacket has light edge-wear with tears and creasing.