1997. First Edition. 228 pages. Signed by the author. Purple to orange gradient dust-jacket over red cloth. Dedication from author to front endpaper. Pages remain bright and clear with minimal tanning and foxing. Binding is weak. Boards have mild edge-wear with slight rubbing to surfaces. Spine has crushing to both ends. Book has forward lean. Unclipped jacket has light edgewear with tears and creasing. Sticker to rear of jacket.