1896. No edition remarks. 414 pages. No dust jacket. This is an ex-Library book. Green boards with gilt lettering to spine and front. A small number of black and white illustrative plates inside. Volume 2. Expected library inserts, stamps and inscriptions. Binding remains firm.Binding remains firm. Front hinge is cracked with netting exposed. Gutters crinkled.Pages remain bright and clear with minimal tanning. Plates have turned yellow. Boards have mild edge wear with slight rubbing to surfaces. Crushing to spine ends. Tanning to spine and edges. Gilt lettering is darkened slightly. Remains of a sticker to spine tail.