A UK first edition, first impression.
Wrapper: The wrapper on this copy is bright and complete. It has been clipped. The front panel is bright and unfaded, showing wear and rubbing along the top and bottom edges. The spine is unfaded. It is soiled and shows light scuffing and rubbing to the ends. There is a minor loss at the head of the spine. The white back panel is sound, showing overall soiling and gentle wear to the top and bottom edges. The inside flaps are spotted.
The Book : The book is square and very tight. The boards are clean and unfaded. The corners are sharp. The spine ends are bruised. There is a slither of fading at the head of the spine. The pages are clean. No foxing. The closed page edges are a touch dusty. There is ghosting to the ffep. There are no loose or dog-eared pages. The binding is solid and without cracked hinges. There are no previous ownership inscriptions. A nice copy in a protected wrapper.
Book Condition: Very Good ++ Wrapper: Very Good +
Publisher: Hutchinson
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