1945. First Edition. 296 pages. No dust jacket. This is an ex-Library book. Green boards with gilt lettering to spine. Black and white illustrations and photographic plates throughout. Fold out elements also included. Expected library inserts, stamps and inscriptions. Binding remains firm. Crinkling to gutters. Pages are moderately tanned throughout. Boards have mild edge wear with slight rubbing to surfaces. There is bumping to corners and crushing to spine ends. Ring mark to front.