Illustrious

1955. FIrst Published. 246 pages. This is an ex-Library book. Illustrated dust jacket over blue cloth covered boards with gilt. Book has been rebound by library, with expected inserts, stamps and inscriptions. Pages remain clear with minimal tanning and foxing. Pages 7-10 detached but present. Page 17-30 becoming loose. Hinges are cracked with exposed netting. Some occasional moderate to heavy cracking to gutters throughout, binding remains reasonably firm. Boards have mild edge-wear with slight rubbing to surfaces. Mild crushing to spine ends. Gilt lettering is bright and clear. Book has a slight forward lean. Unclipped jacket has moderate edge-wear with chips, tears and creasing.