1956. First Edition. 202 pages. This is an ex-Library book. Illustrated dust jacket over blue cloth covered boards with gilt. Ex-Library copy, with expected inserts, stamps and inscriptions. Pages are moderately tanned and occasionally foxed throughout. Tape marks to paste downs. Cracking to hinges, no damage to end papers. Some occasional mild cracking to gutters throughout, binding remains reasonably firm. Boards have moderate edge-wear with bumping to corners and rubbing to surfaces. Mild crushing to spine ends, with fraying cloth and small splits. Gilt lettering has become dull. Cloth has minor damp and dust stains. Book has a moderate forward lean. Unclipped jacket has moderate edge-wear with chips, tears and creasing. Jacket has been trimmed and is now slightly shorter than the boards.