1949. Revised Edition. 433 pages. No dust jacket. Blue cloth covered boards with gilt. Ex-hospital departmental copy. Pages remain clear with minimal tanning and foxing. Ink stamp to front free end paper. Cracking to hinges, no damage to end papers. Some occasional mild cracking to gutters throughout, binding remains reasonably firm. Boards have mild edge-wear with slight rubbing to surfaces. Gilt lettering has become dull. Moderate tanning to spine. Mild crushing to spine ends, with fraying cloth and small splits. Crease to front board cloth. Board corners are bumped.