1944. Reprint. 244 pages. Pictorial dust jacket over grey cloth. Black and white illustrations throughout. Binding remains firm. Pages and illustrations are lightly tanned throughout. Pencil inscription to front free endpaper. Water staining to edge of last few pages, text remains unaffected. Boards have light shelf-wear with corner bumping. Slight crushing to spine ends. Small stains to both boards. Unclipped jacket has heavy edgewear with areas of loss, heavy tears, chips, and creasing. Sticker to front flap. Water staining to rear panel and spine. Light tanning and wear marks overall.