1978. Reprinted. 302 pages. This is an ex-Library book. Illustrated dust jacket over black cloth boards. Gilt lettering. Contains black and white illustrations. Ex-library copy, with expected inserts and inscriptions. Hinges are slightly cracked with exposed netting. Clean pages and illustrations with light tanning and mild foxing throughout. Pencil markings to half title page. Front free endpaper is missing. Half title page is loose. Binding remains firm. Boards have mild edge-wear with slight rubbing to surfaces and bumping to corners. Gilt lettering is bright and clear. Unclipped jacket. Panels and spine have light edgewear with tears and creases. Minor sunning to spine. Visible wear marks to spine and panels.