1955. Reprinted. 269 pages. No dust jacket. Blue cloth with gilt. Pages remain clear with minimal tanning and foxing. Tape marks to end papers and paste downs. Binding remains firm. Cracking to hinges, no damage to end papers. Boards have moderate edge-wear with bumping to corners and rubbing to surfaces. Mild crushing to spine ends. Book has a slight forward lean. Sunning to spine. Cloth has moderate damp and dust stains. Gilt lettering is bright and clear.