1970. First Edition Thus. 399 pages. Blue jacket over blue cloth with gilt lettering to spine. Pages are mildly tanned, but text remains clear. Binding is firm. Visible marks and small pencil inscription to front free endpaper. Label to rear pastedown. Boards and spine have minimal shelf-wear, with mild corner bumping and crushing to ends. Gilt remains bright. Boards are visibly warped. Unclipped jacket. Moderate tanning to spine, edges and joints. Minimal edgewear, with mild creasing. Visible water stain to front panel. Heavy rubbing to exterior.