1953. Third Impression. 930 pages. Pictorial dust jacket over green cloth with gilt decoration and lettering to spine. Black and white illustrations and photographic plates throughout. Slight cracking to hinges, with exposed netting, pages remain attached. Pages have light tanning and foxing throughout. Illustrations and plates are bright and clear, with some light tanning and foxing to edges. Minor dog-eared corners. Boards have light shelf-wear with corner bumping. White marking to bottom edge of front board. Wear marks overall. Clipped jacket has moderate edgewear with chips, tears, and creasing. Light foxing to spine. Moderate wear marks overall, heavier to rear panel.