1955. First Edition. 197 pages. This is an ex-Library book. Pictorial dust jacket over green cloth. Black and white illustrations with photographic plates to centre of book. Maps to rear of book. Expected library inserts, stamps and inscriptions. Slight cracking to gutters with exposed netting, Pages remain attached. Pages have light tanning and foxing throughout. Plates are bright and clear, with some light tanning and foxing to edges. Stains and markings to some pages. Boards have light shelf-wear with corner bumping. Dent to top edge of spine. Clipped jacket has moderate edgewear with chips, tears, and creasing. Light sunning to spine. Wear marks overall, heavier to rear panel.