1952. Third Impression. 223 pages. Illustrated dust jacket over green cloth covered boards with gilt. Pages remain clear with minimal tanning and foxing. Previous owner's inscription to front free end-paper. Binding remains firm. Boards have mild edge-wear with slight rubbing to surfaces. Mild crushing to spine ends. Gilt lettering has become dull. Boards have minor damp and dust stains. Book has a slight forward lean. Clipped jacket has heavy edge-wear with some areas of loss, heavy tears, chips and creasing. Rear flap detached but present.