1955. First Edition. 160 pages. Illustrated dust jacket over blue cloth with gilt lettering to spine. Signed by the author with dedication to front free endpaper. Contains 19 photographic plates. Pages remain bright and clear with minimal tanning and foxing. Plates are bright and clear, with some light tanning and foxing to edges. Binding remains firm. Pencil inscription to front free endpaper. Boards have mild edge-wear with slight rubbing to surfaces. Mild crushing to spine ends. Gilt lettering is clear but slightly dulled. Unclipped jacket has light edgewear with slight tears and creasing. Minor liquid stains to top of rear flap.