2006. First Edition. 232 pages. No dust jacket. Signed by the author. Black cloth with gilt lettering. Contains black & white illustrations and plates. Signed by the author with dedication to title page. Pages are mildly tanned throughout. Text is clear. Binding remains firm. Boards have moderate edge-wear with bumping to corners and rubbing to surfaces. Visible crushing to spine. Noticeable white staining. Gilt lettering remains bright and clear.